Shelba J Metcalf Obituary
The family announces the passing of Shelba J Metcalf of Dexter, Missouri on October 23, 2026. Shelba, born on February 18, 1938, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Shelba J Metcalf or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Shelba will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Shelba by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Shelba is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Shelba’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Chester Kilmer and Rosa Jennings Kilmer; her husband Duane Metcalf; and her son Robert "Wade" Metcalf. She is survived by: her granddaughter Trisha Metcalf of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; her cousin Judy Shelton (Gary Jackson) of Dexter; and her siblings-in-law, Lawson Metcalf (Beverly) of Dexter, Missouri, Willene Sturgeon of Bloomfield, Kay Goggins of St. Louis, Missouri and Ilean Hafle (Ralph) of Little Rock, Arkansas..
Visitation was held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Mathis Funeral Home (125 W Stoddard St, Dexter, MO 63841). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM at the same location.
