Herbert P. Shelton

Herbert P. Shelton

January 27, 1947 – January 6, 2023

 Herbert P. Shelton passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023 with his wife at his side.  Herb was born on January 27, 1947 in Omaha, Nebraska to Herbert R. and Faye A. Shelton.  He married his wife, Terri, on October 12, 1974 and together they raised two sons, Heath and Andy, his eldest son, Herbert Ray, being from a previous marriage.

Herb had a great love of cars, especially Chevys and Corvettes.  For many years, he owned a small engine repair shop in Herman, Nebraska.  He was close with his father, Herb, and was extremely proud of his family.  He loved fishing, racing, boating, shooting, and the Huskers.  He loved nothing more than spending time with his grandchildren.  He was an avid gun lover and shared his passion for shooting with his sons and his grandchildren.  He was a competitive horseman in his younger years, and in the last few years he purchased two horses and enjoyed sharing his knowledge and passion with his grandkids.  He was a regular at Arnie’s football parties, a good friend to many, and could be found most weekends on the river hanging with Paul, Denny, and Tom.

Herb was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert R. Shelton and Faye A. Custard; his sister, Mary Kuhl; and his son, Herbert Ray.  He is survived by his wife, Terri; his sister, Margie Jarecki; his sons, Heath Shelton and Andy (Lindsay) Shelton; and his grandchildren: Chloe, Vivianne, and Weston.  He was greatly loved and will be missed.

VISITATION: Thursday, January 12^th from 5pm to 7pm at the West Center Chapel.