Elizabeth “Liz” B. Shelton

Elizabeth B. (Liz) Shelton was born on March 3, 1935 in Long Beach California, and passed away April 16, 2021  peacefully at her home. She is preceded in death by husband Richard (Dick) Shelton, her parents James S. and Fanny R. Bentley Sr.

Liz and her brother Jim were raised in Big Horn, Wyoming.  Growing up Liz was a member of the 4-H  Club, and the FFA.  After graduating from Big Horn High School in 1953, she went to Carlton College in Northfield, Minnesota, where she earned her teaching degree in   Elementary, Middle School and Secondary Education with a Masters  in  Science and Mathematics.  Liz then returned to Sheridan where she married her husband, Richard (Dick) Shelton on May 26, 1959. As they raised three children, Liz began a  teaching career at Big Horn High School that lasted for over 35 years.  She went on to teach  at Tongue River Middle School  for several years afterwards.  In addition, Liz also taught classes at Sheridan College for certifications in First Aide, EMT1 and EMT 2.

The accomplishments that Liz made over her life time was remarkable;

• In 1980 she was chosen as Wyoming Teacher of the Year. 
• On September 13, 1983,   President Ronald Reagan  announced the selection of 104 secondary school teachers to receive the first Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching in the United States. On October 19, 1983, Liz  traveled to Washington DC  to receive the award that was presented by  President Reagan himself.
• In October 8, 2008,   Liz was  Ordained to the Diaconate of the St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Sheridan Wyoming and retired in July of 2016.  Her passion as a Deacon was a very fulfilling and extraordinary  experience that she cherished.

Liz was known for her smile and generosity for helping anyone who reached out to her. She was involved with many organizations. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Daughters of the Nile, Big Horn Mnt. Snomads, Big Horn Cabin Owners Association, Sheridan School District #2 School Board for many years,  St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Guardian for Job’s Daughter Bethel No.27,  and the  Masonic Temple. She loved spending time with family at the cabin, going fishing in the mountains,  staying involved with friends,  along with baking and crafting.