Carolyn Holton Shelton Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Carolyn Holton Shelton (Macon, Georgia). Carolyn, born on October 26, 1935, passed away on August 26, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Carolyn for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Carolyn’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, George Beecher and Marie Jordan Holton; her husband Drexel H. Shelton; and her brothers, George Holton, Jr., Neil Holton, James Holton and Darrell Holton.
She is survived by: her daughter Deanna Shelton Fanning of Rabun Gap; her grandson Alexander Jordan Fanning of Rabun Gap; and her sister-in-law Polly Amerson. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial donations may be made in her honor to Forest Hills Church, 1217 Forest Hill Road, Macon GA 31210 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis TN 38105.
