Kenneth Wayland Shelton, Sr.

A memorial service for Wayland "Kenny" Shelton will be held Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church with Bro. Joey Shelton officiating. A visitation will be held 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at the church prior to the service. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.

Mr. Wayland Shelton, age 74, of Meridian, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 26, 2026, at his home.

Mr. Shelton retired from Delco after many years of dedication and hard work. He was a loving dad, grandfather, sibling, and a friend to all who met him.

Survivors include his son, Kenneth Wayland "Gator" Shelton, Jr. (Tracy); grandchildren, Karleigh Shelton Williamson (David), Zackary Kenneth Shelton (Anna), and Baylie Etheridge (Ashley); great-grandchildren, Nova Adaline Shelton, Cameron Luke Etheridge, and Madison Ann Etheridge; brothers, Joe Shelton (Clara), Ronnie Shelton (Jane), and Johnny Shelton (Tammy); sister, Gini Lynn Shelton Carpenter (Mike); along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kristie Etheridge; granddaughter, Lexie Etheridge; father, Joe Lindsey "Boots" Shelton, Sr., mother, Essie Mae Cato Shelton.

In lieu of flowers, the family ask you to donate to a charity of your choice, in memory of Mr. Wayland.

Online condolences may be expressed at robertbarhamffh.com.