Florence A. Shelley

Florence Arlene Shelley, 94, of rural Blair, died Tuesday, December 27, 2022, in her home, with her two sisters by her side.

Florence was born September 25, 1928, in rural Blair, to Edward and Levea (Andrews) Flaaten. She married Basil Shelley, June 4, 1948, at Zion Lutheran Church in Blair. Basil preceded Florence in death, May 6, 2011.

Florence and Basil farmed the home farm of Basil’s parents along with her brother-in-law, Orrin Shelley. In 1993, Florence, Basil and Orrin moved to their new home in Blair. In 2017, Florence moved to her sister JoAnn Johnson’s home in rural Blair due to health problems.

Florence was a wonderful caregiver to her family, mother-in-law, mother and brother.

Florence is survived by her two sisters: JoAnn Johnson and Donna Skaugh; many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

In addition to her parents and husband, Florence was preceded in death by four sisters: Louise (Bill) Meyer, Edna (Albin) Johnson, Julia (Arthur) Hanke and Mary Ann (Larry) Bradley; a brother, Andrew Flaaten; and two brothers-in-law: Norman Johnson and Marvin Skaugh.

Funeral services were held Friday, December 30, 2022, at 1:00 p.m., at Trempealeau Valley Lutheran Church in rural Taylor.

Pastor Natalie Leske officiated. Friends could call one hour prior to the service. Burial was at Trump Coulee Cemetery in the Town of Franklin, Jackson County.