Shelton Timothy Graves
September 3, 1956 - May 11, 2013
Shelton Timothy Graves, 56, was born September 3, 1956 in Newark, NJ to the late Hasit and Marilyn Graves. On May 11, 2013, Shelton took his final journey home to be with the Lord. Shelton was educated in the Newark, NJ school system and went on to continue his education at Shaw University in Raleigh, NC. But, then later chose to join the United States Marines. In 1978, Shelton was hired by the US Portal Service and worked at the Dominick V. Daniels Facility in Kearney, NJ. After working there for 14 years, Shelton transferred to the Rocky Mount P&DF, where he retired. In 2011 Shelton returned to school at Edgecombe Community College and completed a Computer Technology course. Shelton loved movies, playing music, and teaching anyone about computers who would listen. Shelton, loving husband and giving father loved to worship and pray. Yes, he was an intercessor. Shelton leaves to cherish his memories: his loving wife, Diane of 32 years; beloved daughter, Dichel L. Graves; one brother, Stuart and sister-in-law Dietrich; a host of nieces and nephews; best friend and buddies, Brian, Clyde, and James. "WOW, If you only knew."
Shelton Timothy Graves, 56, was born September 3, 1956 in Newark, NJ to the late Hasit and Marilyn Graves. On May 11, 2013, Shelton took his final journey home to be with the Lord. Shelton was educated in the Newark, NJ school system and went... View Obituary & Service Information