Carl Shelton Obituary
We bid farewell to Carl Shelton of Newport, Kentucky, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 2, 2025 at the age of 72. Carl touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Carl's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Claude Shelton and Mary Fletcher; his wife Donna Shelton; his son Carl L. Shelton Jr.; his stepchildren, Renee Howard, Jack "Isaac" Pottinger-Howard, Dwayne Pottinger, Rashawn "Dee" Howard, Gilbert Tutin and Tip Tutin; and his grandchildren, Breanna Barrett and Zachary Howard. He was also cherished by 19 grandchildren & 3 great grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, December 9th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Don Catchen & Family Funeral Homes (3525 Dixie Hwy, Elsmere, KY 41018). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, December 9th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location.
