Chris Shelton 60, of Spring City passed away Thursday November 5, 2026 at his residence.He was born November 1, 1966 in Perth Amboy, New Jersey to the late Victor and Jacqueline Taylor Shelton. Chris moved to Spring City in 1977 with his family and was a graduate of Rhea County High School. “Class of 1985”. He worked for a time with La-Z-Boy Manufacturing and then started working as a carpenter. Chris worked for Local #74 Mid-South Carpenters for the last 15 years. He enjoyed all sports, especially the University of Tennessee football. Chris loved playing horseshoes with his family and friends. He sometimes enjoyed playing golf.

In addition to his parents, Chris is preceded in death by his brother Dan Shelton.

Survivors include; his sons C.J. (Caitlyn) Shelton of Evensville, TN and Tyler Shelton of Spring City, his brothers Michael (Kaleigh) Shelton of Spring City and Jeff Shelton of Ohio and Florida, his granddaughter Collins Shelton,as well as his nephews, Ely Shelton, Dustin Shelton and Michael Shelton and nieces Nikki Shelton and Sommer Shelton.

Graveside services will be Monday November 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Spring City Memorial Gardens with Rev. Paul Forgey officiating. There will be no visitation.

Vaughn Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Chris Shelton. Please share your memories and words of comfort with his family at www.vaughn-funeral-home.com