Kenneth Wayland Shelton Sr. Obituary
The memory of Kenneth Wayland Shelton Sr. of Meridian, Mississippi, who passed away on February 26, 2026 at the age of 74, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kenneth Wayland Shelton Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his daughter Kristie Etheridge; his granddaughter Lexie Etheridge; and his parents, Joe Lindsey "Boots" Shelton, Sr. and Essie Mae Cato Shelton. He is survived by: his son Kenneth Wayland "Gator" Shelton, Jr. (Tracy); his grandchildren, Karleigh Shelton Williamson (David), Zackary Kenneth Shelton (Anna) and Baylie Etheridge (Ashley); his great grandchildren, Nova Adaline Shelton, Cameron Luke Etheridge and Madison Ann Etheridge; and his siblings, Joe Shelton (Clara), Ronnie Shelton (Jane), Johnny Shelton (Tammy) and Gini Lynn Shelton Carpenter (Mike). He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family.
In lieu of flowers, the family ask you to donate to a charity of your choice, in memory of Mr. Wayland.
