Hubert Jackson Shelton

Hubert Jackson Shelton would like for everyone to know his work on Earth is done, and he went to be with his Lord surrounded by family and friends this June 17, 2018. Hubert was born July 22, 1944 in Madison County, NC to James Ernest and Hattie Payne Shelton. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Teresa Shelton and his son, Jeffrey Shelton. Mr. Shelton was a laborer, farmer, dairyman, and preacher. His hobbies were fishing and spoiling his great grandkids. He was an amazing man of God, whom continued to lead all he could to the Lord, even on his deathbed. We all are looking forward to walking those golden streets with you in heaven. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Margie Lee (Manos) Shelton; his son, Kenneth and wife Michele Shelton; his daughters, Mary and husband Leavon Searcy, Sue and husband Chris Rice, and Brenda Shelton; grandkids, Brandon, Bradley, Brittni, Kevin, Brion, AJ, Martin, Tim, Cheyenne, Kayla, Kendra, and Kyle; great grandchildren, Nathanael, Makenzie, Emma, Bentley, Connor, and Raylee; sister, Christine Lanning; and brother, William Riley. Funeral services for Mr. Shelton will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Monticello Rd. Baptist Church, with Revs. David King and Shane Ball officiating. Interment will follow at Poplar Gap Cemetery, with the grandson's serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Monticello Rd. Baptist Church. If so desired, memorials may be made to Monticello Rd. Baptist Church, c/o Roger King, 161 O'Donald Rd., Asheville, NC 28806. Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting the family.