Jim Shekleton of Dunkerton age 71 passed away June 13, 2019 at his home after a long, hard fought battle with cancer. He was born March 1, 1948 in New Hampton the son of James and Veronica (Lansing) Shekleton. Jim proudly served in the United States Navy from 1967 to 1989. After he retired from the Navy he got his Commercial Drivers License and drove truck for the next 22 years. Jim would still be driving today if his health would have allowed it. He is survived by two sons; James (Brittney) Shekleton of Waldorf, MD and Ken Shekleton of Dunkerton, a daughter Bonnie (Craig) Mason of Sand Point, Idaho, three grandchildren; Debra Shekleton, Jason Shekleton and Sophia (Justin) Harmon, four great-grandchildren; David, Michael, Samantha and Christina Harmon, two brothers; Frank Shekleton of Sun City, FL, Vince (Dorothy) Shekleton of Fairbank, three sisters; Judy O’Connor of Independence, Ann Fairchild of Fertile, IA and Donna (Dan) Larsen of Hayfield, MN along with many nieces and nephews. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and sister-in-law Ken and Donna Shekleton, a sister and brother-in-law Cindy and Bob VanVors and a brother-in-law Jim Fairchild.
Visitation: 4:00-7:00 pm Wednesday June 19 and for one hour before services Thursday June 20 at Woods Funeral Home, Fairbank.
Funeral Services: 10:30 am Thursday June 20 at Woods Funeral Home.
Graveside Military Honors conducted by the United States Navy and Fairbank American Legion Fortsch Duffy Post 552.
Interment: Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, Fairbank, Iowa.
Memorials: may be directed to the family for later designation.
Condolences for James Frederick Shekleton
Survivors of Cousin Jim, although there were many years between our ages, I remember how much much our dad enjoyed the visits from “Little Jimmy”! My Dad loved having a smoke and drink and shared many laughs with Jim. I remember my Dad even rode with “Little Jimmy” to Montana to see Uncle Fred/Jr. It was during Fred’s last days and a special time for the 3 of them for sure!
You are all in our thoughts and prayers! Blessings to all!
He was my neighbor growing up,then our paper boy,we must find a cure for cancer
My sympathy to Jim’s family. I loved reading his memories of summers spent at your Grandma Monica’s on Facebook. We played there as children. He served his country with honor and was a devoted son. Thinking of you all as you mourn his loss. Mary (Lou) Lansing Philips
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Judy (Lansing) and Bob Carothers
Jim’s Family, Brothers and Sisters,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Have many memories of Jim including baby sitting him, playing, visiting with him and his smile.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sending our sympathy to all of Jim’s family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Debra Lansing Stephey and Larry Stephey
Dad, you will be missed and no matter what you said about not being a good father…YOU WERE A GREAT FATHER!!! I am so glad that I got to be with you during your last days on earth. I love you so much.