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John Lee Shelby

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John Lee Shelby, 74, of Little Rock, passed away on July, 29, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Charleston, Arkansas, on May 2, 1943, and grew up in Fort Smith where he graduated from Fort Smith High School. He was a proud graduate of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in government and a Master's Degree in history. After a long career in higher education, he retired as Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Mr. Shelby is survived by his wife Cheryl Elaine Moore Shelby; two sons John Andrew (Julia) and Michael Porter (Aimee); seven grandchildren: Tristan, River, Jakob, Drew Elaine, Porter, John "Jack" and Matthew. He is also survived by his sister Emma Ruth Mays of Fort Smith. The family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of Baptist Health Medical Center and the Little Rock Fire Department Engine 10, with a special thanks to family friend Dr. David Jones for his compassionate care. A memorial service will be held at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, on Thursday, August 3, 2017, at 3 p.m., officiated by The Reverend Danny Schieffler. Inurnment will be in the columbarium followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Baptist Health Foundation or the Pulaski County Humane Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

Published August 2, 2017

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