Hurt……Leonard Raye Shelton, age 73 of Hurt passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026 at Gretna Health and Rehab Center.

Born December 23, 1952 in Campbell County, he was a son of the late Berkley Howard Shelton and Agnes Hunley Shelton.  He was predeceased by a brother, Curtis Shelton.  Mr. Shelton retired from LSC Magazine Printers.  He enjoyed NASCAR and fishing.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years Elaine Hall Shelton of the residence; two brothers, Tommy Patterson and wife, Frances of Hurt and Lavin Shelton and wife, Kathy of Altavista; one sister, Kimberly Epperson and husband, Rodney of Pittsville; niece, Amber Harrison and husband, Ben; nephews, Curt Shelton and wife, Tanya and Mark Krupnick; great-niece, Karen Hall; and numerous other nieces and nephews.

Due to Mrs. Shelton recovering from health issues, the family request no visitors or food be brought to the house at this time.

A Celebration of Life will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Hurt United Methodist Church by Rev. Betty Marshall.  A reception will follow the service at which time visitors and food will be welcome.

The family will receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 24, 2026 at Colbert-Moran Funeral Home.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Gretna Health and Rehab for their love and care.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com.