Neil Sheldon Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Neil Francis Sheldon, age 66, of Marshalltown passed away Monday, August 23, 2010 at Mercy Hospice Care in Iowa City, Iowa. Neil was born on January 2, 1944 in Centerville, Iowa to Clayton and Maxine (Frame) Sheldon. He attended several different schools and graduated from West Branch High School. After high school he received his Bachelor of Science from Northeast Missouri State University. Upon graduation he served in the United States Army during Vietnam from July of 1968 to February 1970. After his service Neil returned to college and received his Master of Arts also from Northeast Missouri State University. After college Neil taught school for a short time and then worked as a sky marshal for the United States Customs. From 1975 until 2006 Neil worked with the U.S.D.A., until his retirement. Neil liked yard work and was environmentally conscious. He enjoyed being active. He bicycled, played tennis, and enjoyed running. He was also an avid Hawkeye fan and loved spending time with his family. Neil is survived by his daughter Gwen (Scott) Thomas of Littleton, CO; two grandchildren, Wes and Will; and his special friend, Janann Schiele of Coralville. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Deanna (Bill) Garrett of Vonore, TN, Craig (Doni) Sheldon of Marshalltown, Linda (Pat) Neary of St. Charles, IL, and Jimmie Sheldon of Burlington. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clayton and Maxine Sheldon. Funeral services will be held at 11:00A.M., Saturday, August 28, 2010, at the Winfield Funeral Home in Albia, with Rev. Neil Montz officiating. Burial with military rites provided by the American Legion, Howard Cessna Post #136 of Albia will follow services at Hillcrest Cemetery in Moravia. Visitation will begin at 3:00P.M, Friday, August 27th, at the Winfield Funeral Home in Albia, with Neil?s family present from 6:00P.M. to 8:00P.M.Friday evening. A memorial fund in Neil?s name has been established.

Neil Sheldon

January 2, 1944 - August 23, 2010