April Dawn Shelton
March 1, 1978 ~ November 25, 2024
Born in:
Haywood Co., NC
Resided in:
Candler, NC
April Dawn Shelton, 46, of Candler passed away Monday, November 25, 2024.
April was born March 1, 1978, in Haywood Co. April worked as a Certified First Assist at Advent Hospital and attended Biltmore Church.
April Leaves behind her husband, Steven Shane Shelton; mother, Carol Limeberry Hannah; daughter, Morgan Pressley (Trenton); sons, Casey Pressley (Keely), Joshua Pressley (Cassidy Bailey) and Casey Cannon; brothers, Mark Hannah (Stephanie) and Dean Hannah (Jamie); and grandchildren, Bristol Holland Smith (3), Nathaniel David Grace Pressley (4), Cohen Andrew Pressley (1) Ashton Dallas Hill (5), and Violet Olivia Grace Pressley (7m). She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Dean Hannah.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 1, at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue. Graveside Services will follow at 3:30 p.m. at Piney Mountain United Methodist Church Cemetery. Pastor Jason Queen will officiate.
April: The sweetest, most selfless lady, she was a girl raised by strong parents, grew up trying her best to keep up with her brothers.
Her heart took her into the medical field where for years she worked in labor and delivery at Mission Hospital. She ended up furthering her education to a Certified First Assistant and helping many people in the OR/Trauma Team. She continued her surgical training for Advent Health working in the OR and becoming the Robotics Coordinator.
But April’s greatest accomplishment was becoming a loving wife, daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother. She was the very centerpiece of the family, helping everyone every day with something. She was always the one in the tough times of life to pray her way through.
If you were fortunate enough to know her, you know she was selfless, kind, and sincere.
Heaven got a good one this time.
April leaves behind a legacy in her family, and beyond those directly related to her, countless extended family, friends, and patients that will have a place in their heart that can’t be filled without her presence.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to NICU Helping Hands, or the Autism Society of North Carolina.
Services
Visitation: December 1, 2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Graveside Service: December 1, 2024 3:30 pm
Piney Mountain UM Church Cemetery
36 Piney Mountain Church Rd.
Candler, NC 28715
(828)667-3031
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Philippians 1:3
April was definitely one of the most amazing people in our family. So genuine and caring. Always there for everyone. She will be so missed by anyone who knew here. I love you so much baby, we will meet again one day.
As a coworker and friend, April was a sweet soul..who loved a good laugh and was a joy to be around…
April,
I will always remember how kind you were and just the perfect example of how a Christian should be. Love you.
April was a amazing person I have so many memories of her growing up I could talk for hours . Always kind and caring anyone who had the pleasure of knowing her will never forget her . Prayers we will all meet again in heaven when Jesus calls us
Always a kind heart to everyone even from a young child.
My prayers and condolences for the family.
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
I will always cherish all the moments we spent together, all the laughter we shared, all the stories we told. You have changed me forever, and I will never forget you. Farewell, my friend
The Enka Class of 1996 mourns the passing of our classmate April: a beautiful soul, she will be greatly missed.
Shane, you and all of April’s family and friends are in our prayers. So sorry for your tragic loss. She was an amazing person.
So many memories came flooding back when hearing this tragic news. I loved you dearly my friend. Prayers for family, friends, coworkers, and all those lives she touched.
So sorry your loss.
So sorry for your loss. 💔
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. You are a beautiful person and Curtis was proud to have you for a God daughter.
So sorry praying for you all just hang onto those precious memories sending you guys love and hugs, Brenda Crowder
So very sorry for your loss. May our Lord bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of April! Nothing can prepare us for the loss of a loved one but your faith in Jesus Christ brings peace in knowing we will see her again! May God bless you and comfort you!
The Partain Family
I literally learned of April’s passing last night and it shook me. I hadn’t seen April in close to 30 years but she was part of s ver short list of those I kept up with on social media. I remember in high school how sweet she was… Seemed that never changed. I remember sharing countless laughs and kind conversations with her. I am sad today. I send my heartfelt condolences to her entire family.. Close and extended. Celebrate her forever. She deserves it. I’ll catch you down the road, April. Rest easy.
*a very short list (sorry)