Geraldine Shelton

July 7, 1927 - December 21, 2017

Geraldine K. Shelton was born on July 7, 1927 to Nellie Sanders. She was the second of four children. She was preceded in death by her mother and one brother, Albert Nick Sanders. During her youth she grew up in the Ville section of St. Louis, attending the St. Louis Public Schools, Riddick Cole and Sumner High. Gerry gave her life to Christ at an early age. She was an active member of New Mt. Gideon West Baptist Church and later joined St. Louis G2GCC in 1996. She was married to Edward John Means and from this union were three children, Edward Jr., Deborah Ann and Anthony Cornell. Gerry later married Daniel B. Shelton, who also preceded her in death. Gerry was loved by all she came into contact with. She worked at Firmin Desloge and Cardinal Glennon Hospital where she retired in 1989. Mom transitioned from time to eternity quietly and peacefully on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at 3:20 p.m. in the presence of loved ones. She leaves to cherish her and celebrate her life: her three children and their spouses: Edward Means, Jr. (Cecilia), Deborah Barnes (Eddie) and Anthony Cornell Means (Clarissa); sisters ~ Arnita (David) White and Janet Hood; grandchildren; great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and a special friend ~ Alberta Young. Thank you for joining us in celebrating her glorious home going.