Debra Lynn Johnson Shelton, age 71, of Dover, TN passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025. She was born on November 8, 1953, in Newbern, TN. Debra had a deep passion for her work as an interpreter with the school system, where she made a meaningful impact. In her leisure time, she found great joy playing her mountain dulcimer. Debra was a devoted member of Pleasant Hill Freewill Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Shane Johnson.
Debra leaves behind her loving family: her husband, William Andrew ‘Andy’ Shelton; daughters, Unsula Lekka (George) and Michelle Newman; brother, Terry Chanden; and grandchildren, Athena and Lorelei.
In accordance with Debra’s wishes, she will be cremated.
Arrangements are entrusted to Anglin Funeral Home in Dover, TN. Online condolences may be made at anglinfuneralhome.com.