Obituary: Jimmie Dean Shelton

February 24, 1952 – November 8, 2026

Jimmie Dean Shelton, 74, of Bedford, Indiana, passed away on November 8, 2026, at IU Health Bloomington Hospital in Bloomington, Indiana.

Born on February 24, 1952, in Bedford, Indiana, Jimmie was the son of Gerald and Ruby (Lessig) Shelton.

Jimmie attended Bedford High School and worked at a catering company. He was a talented artist, an animal lover, and enjoyed sports, especially baseball and basketball. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.

Jimmie is survived by his son, Carl (Brandee) Shelton; daughter, Hope Shelton; brother, Steve (Sandy) Shelton; sister, Sheila (Diane) Shelton; and grandchildren, Jessie, Sydney, Dallas, Kelsey, Corey, and Ellie; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald Shelton; mother, Ruby (Lessig) Shelton; and brothers, Chet Shelton, Arnold “Doc” Shelton, and Jerry Shelton.

Cremation was chosen, and a graveside committal will be held at a later date.

The staff of Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne Family Funeral Homes is honored to have been entrusted with the care of Jimmie Dean Shelton and their family during this difficult time.

Memories and condolences may be shared and flowers ordered at www.FergusonLee.com.