Russell Frank Shelvin Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Russell Frank Shelvin of Lafayette, Louisiana, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 7, 2025 at the age of 73. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Maximum Tessier and Evelyn Tessier; his sisters, Geraldine Zeno, Mary Matthews, Rose Mary Moore, Velma St. Julien and Patricia Senegal; his grandmother Rose Shelvin; his nephew Eric Sinegal, Jr.; and his brothers-in-law, Edward Matthews and Alfred St. Julien.
He is survived by: his siblings, Maxie Shelvin (Debra), Larry Shelvin, Anthony Shelvin (Shelia Allen), Agnes Feast (Kenry), Linda Shelvin and Lisa Lawrence (Dale Sr.); his goddaughter Demise Bazile (Vince); and his sister Sheryl Smith. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, family, and friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 12th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Syrie Funeral Home (1417 E Simcoe St, Lafayette, LA 70501). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, December 12th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
