Lawrence Earl Shackelford

Nettleton-Lawrence Earl Shackelford, 84, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at the NMMC-Tupelo. He was born on May 8, 1940 in Monroe County to parents Lottie Lee (Parker) Shackelford and Steve Archie Shackelford. He lived most of his life in the Nettleton area but was a high school graduate from West Portsmouth, Ohio. He was a member of the Nettleton First Pentecostal Church. He was a retired telephone line repairman with 20 years of service. He enjoyed working in the yard, growing flowers and feeding animals. He also loved spending time feeding his family and friends. He was most proud of his grandchildren and great grandchildren who have never done any wrong to hear him say. It was not unusual on any given day to see him on a tractor or lawn mower even at the bank drive through window or mailbox. He was determined until his last few days to work in the yard and not give up his driving. His family was constantly called to get him out of the ditch or off the top of the house. He was one determined, energetic man. He loved decorating for holidays for children to enjoy. He also loved antique cars and serving his country. Lawrence was a proud veteran. He served in the United States Marines and the National Guard for over 30 years. His patriotism showed in the display of the American flag in his yard.

Funeral Services will be at 2 pm on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at the Nettleton First Baptist Church with Bro. Charles Petty and Bro. Larry Davis officiating.  Burial will be in Jones Chapel Cemetery. Tisdale-Lann Memorial Funeral Home of Nettleton will be in charge of arrangements.

Visitation will be on Friday, September 27, 2024 at the church 4-7 pm.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Barbara Carolyn Smith, children, Deana Baulch (Phillip), Stevie Shackelford (Kristi), grands, Justin Wayne Baulch (Chelsea), Molly Anna Baulch, Alli Grace Shackelford, Bo Hanna Shackelford, great grands, Nolie Hayze Baulch-Shadburn, John Lawrence Baulch, Evie Mae Baulch, Jack Theron Baulch and one sister, Diane Hester (the late Rex Hester).

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Bobby Joe Shackelford and Jimmy Steve Shackelford.

Pallbearers will be Justin Baulch, Barry Parker, James Baulch, Gary Monoghan, David Lee Parker , J.D. Sullivan and Dub Harris.

Honorary pallbearers will be his nephews.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.tisdalelannmemorialfh.com.