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Submitted: 7/25/17 • Approved: 8/5/17 • Last Updated: 8/8/17 • R1188996-G1188996-S3
Mary
November 23, 1925 - April 3, 2017
SSW Wilmer George Sheldon
*Obituary
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
Thursday, April 7, 2017
FAYETTEVILLE — Mary Jon (Johnson) Sheldon, 91, of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2017, at Willard Walker Hospice, surrounded by family. She was born Nov. 23, 1925, in Oklahoma City, Okla., to Hayes Andrew and Minnie Kate (Guthrie) Johnson.
She married Dr. Wilmer G. "Bill" Sheldon on Feb. 9, 1951. Mary Jon graduated from Capital Hill High School in 1942 and from the University of Oklahoma in 1947, after which she worked as a high school biology teacher. She then attended graduate school at the University of Minnesota where she obtained a masters degree in psychology, during which time and after she worked as an adult counselor.
She was a passionate musician and a talented flautist, and began playing with the Oklahoma City Symphony while still in junior high school. Throughout her life, Mary Jon was a very active volunteer for her community. She served on many councils and boards, and worked with numerous local and national organizations. The issues of mental health, child welfare, education, and perpetuation of the arts were especially important to her. She became a member of Sequoyah United Methodist church in 1985, where she founded the church's bell choir, in addition to serving on numerous committees and participating in charitable activities.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years; and one son, Kerry Eugene "Sam" Sheldon.
She is survived by son Jim Sheldon, daughters Rebecca Jon Lingelbach and husband Dick, Shannon Kathleen Wright and husband Richard; grandchildren Mason Shoemaker, Jessica Shoemaker, Melissa Guthrie and husband Kevin, Jason Meadows, Kathleen Sheldon, Christine Nock and husband Zac, Robbie Wright, Billy Wright and Shelby Ridley; great-grandchildren Michael Alameda, Emy Shoemaker, Savannah Shoemaker and Vincent Guthrie; and great-great-granddaughter Violet Cartwright.
Funeral services will be held Saturday; April 8, at 2 p.m., at Sequoyah United Methodist Church. The family will hold a private graveside service.
Arrangements by Epting Funeral Home. Condolences: www.eptingfuneralhome.webs.com.
Kerry
October 5, 1957 - June 16,* 2013
*Obituary (as written)
Northwest Arkansas Times
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
FAYETTEVILLE — Kerry "Sam" Eugene Sheldon, 55, was born Oct. 5, 1957, to Dr. W.G. and Mary Jon Sheldon in Ponca City, Okla. He graduated from Ponca City High School, where he was class president, co-captain of the wrestling team, staff writer and cartoonist for the student newspaper. He was also asked to produce the only one-man art show ever exhibited at the high school. In addition, he coached a special Olympics team. He attended college, motoring in art, until stricken with mental illness.
His compassionate spirit and strong commitment to his family continued throughout his life. Helping to feed the homeless was his latest passion.
He died at his home on June 14, 2013. He was preceded in death by his father in January 2013.
He is survived by his mother; his brother, James Michael Sheldon; sisters, Becky Lingelbach and Dr. Shannon Wright; as well as several adoring nieces and nephews.
A private service will be held by the family and will be announced at a later date.
To sign the online guest book, please visit www.nelsonberna.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home and Crematory of Fayetteville.
Contributed on 7/25/17 by judyfrog
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