John R. Shelby's Obituary
John Rayburn Shelby, 66, of Punta Gorda, Fla., passed away Thursday, July 31, 2014, in Port Charlotte, Fla. He was born June 21, 1948, in Miami, Fla., to William P. and Reba R. Shelby. John was the president of the family business, Bill's Equipment and Rentals. He was an active member of Central and North Dade Church of Christ, as well as Peace River and Lemon Bay Churches of Christ. He was a cub scout leader and a member of the Lions Club. Juhn is survived by his mother, Reba R. Shelby; sister, Lewanna S. Caruso; brother-in-law, Joseph L. Caruso of Delray Beach, Fla.; niece, Nichole C. Tipton of Delray Beach; and numerous family and friends who would like to say, "We love you more...until we meet again." in lieu of flowers donations made be made to the Port Charlotte tidewell Hospice House or Lemon Bay Church of Christ in Englewood.
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