Ricky J. Shelton Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Ricky J. Shelton in Hampstead, North Carolina, whose life came to an end on October 12, 2025 at the age of 21, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He is survived by: his parents, John Shelton and Heather Shelton; his siblings, Joshua, Trinity, Brady, Bonnie, Sofia, Alijah and Ellie Shelton; and his grandparents, Shirley and David Andrews. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 20th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Scotts Hill Baptist Church (185 Scotts Hill Loop Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411). A memorial service will be held on Monday, October 20th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location. The inurnment will be held on Monday, October 20th 2025 at the Sea Lawn Memorial Park (17750 Hwy 17, Hampstead, NC 28443).
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the Baptist Children's Home of North Carolina to support adoption. Donations can be made online at https://www.bchfamily.org.
