Ruth Ann Clark Shelley passed away on February 11, 2024, surrounded by family and loved ones in the comfort of her home in Payson, Utah. Ruth Ann was born to Ernest Howard and Afton Ruth Jex Clark on December 10, 1947. She was raised in Payson and Salem, Utah and graduated with the class of 1966 from Spanish Fork, Utah. After graduating high school, she attended cosmetology school.
She married Jerry DeVaun Shelley September 5, 1969, in Salem, Utah and they were sealed for time and all eternity in the Manti, Utah Temple June 19, 1971. Ruth Ann and Jerry were blessed with four children.
Ruth Ann worked for many years sewing at Fritzi and as dietary aide at Art City nursing and rehab. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, and scrapbooking. She liked watching old television shows including Bonanza and Wagon Train. Ruth Ann also loved to go camping and traveling but most of all she loved spending time with her family.
Ruth Ann was a wonderful role model to those who knew her and who were in her company. Her laugh was contagious, and she was always pleasant to be around. She will be missed dearly.
She is survived by children: Sherriann Shelley of Brooksville, Florida, Shaun (Claudia) Shelley of Payson, Utah, Alisha (Brian) Hurst of Papillion, Nebraska, and Jason (Jen Gillespie) Shelley of Salem, Utah, her siblings: Lee (Kelly) Clark of Payson, Utah, Lynn (Cindy) Clark of Salem, Utah, Allen (Valerie) Clark of Green River, Utah, many cousins, and family members. Ruth Ann was preceded in death by her loving husband Jerry in 2021.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 274 South Main Street in Payson, Utah. Visitation will be from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at the church. There will also be visitation on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Walker Funeral Home, 587 South 100 West, Payson, Utah. Interment will be in Payson City Cemetery, 400 North 800 East, Payson, Utah.
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Sherie Davis Yocom says
February 13, 2024 at 8:31 pmI had the privilege of growing up with Ruth Ann. She was kind and friendly to everyone. Sympathy and hugs to all of her family.
Lupe Masdeu says
February 14, 2024 at 12:33 pmSorry for your loss.