Thursday, April 23, 2026
April 23, 2026

ALEXANDER WILLIAM SHELBY

SHELBY

Alexander

1927 – 2011

With great sadness, we announce

the peaceful passing of Alexander

William Shelby. He passed on

February 9, 2011 at the age of 83,

with family by his side. Alex was

predeceased by his wife Helen in

1997 and his son Thomas in 1989.

He is survived by his sweetheart

Mary; daughter Marianna Holst

of Cumberland and her children Matthew (Caitlin), Cori, and

Patrick; daughter Alison (Bud) Kerr of Saltspring Island and their

children Brian, Jenny (Denis) Lange, and Kelly; grand daughter

Kimberly Shelby and her mother Denele. Also survived by

two great grandchildren, Jackson and Juliana Lange. He also

leaves his older sister, Muriel Linder, and several nieces and

nephews. We’re going to miss you Gramps!

Special thanks to Dr. Tancon and all the staff at St. Joe’s.

Memorial Service to be held Sunday, February 20th at 2:00 pm

at the Cumberland United Church. In lieu of fl owers, please

consider a donation to the Cumberland United Church.

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