Deborah Ann Shelden
March 23, 1958 ~ March 19, 2023
Deborah Ann McLaughlin Shelden Beloved Wife, Mom, Sister, Nana and Friend to all, went to be with her lord our savior on March 19th 2023. Debby fought a short but hard battle with cancer the only way she knew how, privately, more concerned about those she was leaving behind.
Debby was born on March 23rd 1958 in Elmira, New York to Bud & Pat McLaughlin. There she met her husband of 44 years while in the 8th grade at Broadway Jr High. She graduated from Southside High School in 1976. In Elmira she worked for Aetna and WETM TV station. Debby and Ed moved to Penns Grove, NJ for 6 years but settled in West Palm Beach, FL for the past 20 years, where she has enjoyed life as a wife, mother and for several year a beverage cart attendant at Crystal Lake Golf Course. This was a job she enjoyed very much, being outside and socializing all day while taking care of people. All things she was very passionate about. No matter where Debby lived she was a mother and friend to many and all who were graced with her presence. But people were not the only thing she loved, her cats and everyone’s dogs too brought her much joy, as she was always ready with a treat.
Debby is survived by her husband Edmund Shelden, Daughters Amanda Shelden, Meghan Steel, Son in law Erwin Steel, grandson Shelden “Love Bug” Steel, Sisters Kate Siglin (Mike Siglin), Colleen McLaughlin, Bernadette McLaughlin, Brothers Thomas McLaughlin (Sharon McLaughlin), Patrick McLaughlin (Kelli McLaughlin), as well as her husband Ed’s four brothers and eight sisters, many Nieces, Nephews and cousins in the McLaughlin Clan. Debby is predeceased by her parents Pat and Bud McLaughlin.
A celebration of life with be held at Debby’s home, 12795 76th Rd N, West Palm Beach, FL 33412 on April 1st 2023 at 1:00. All family and friends are welcome to attend. For out of town guest a bereavement discount will be offered at Fairfield Inn by Marriot in West Palm Beach.
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Jeffrey L Duda - Friend
March 24, 2023, 6:17 pm
I am so saddened to hear of Deb’s passing. She was such a joy to be around and lit up every room she entered. I am a better person for knowing her and her wonderful family. Prayers to Ed and the family. God Bless
Karsten - Brother-in-law
March 24, 2023, 8:28 pm
.. you will be missed.
Barb (McLaughlin) Wolosen - Cousin
March 24, 2023, 9:09 pm
To Ed, Meghan, Amanda, and this whole McLaughlin Clan of ours:
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of one so special and words are hard to come by.
Debby was one who you could always count on to bring life to a party, one who loved so many unconditionally, and she always made me feel important.
Us “Elmirans” will surely miss her but we know she is Rejoicing in Heaven seeing Uncle Bud & Aunt Pat along with those who were also there to greet her.
God Speed Deb
John Baker - Friend
March 24, 2023, 9:19 pm
I was so sad to hear about Debby’s passing. During my time in Florida, I remember fondly when she would join the American Eagle crew for a concert or some sort of event, and even when we went over to her house once for a party. She was so caring for all those around her and I know she will be missed dearly. My condolences to the Shelden family, your are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dan Nikulich - Friend
March 24, 2023, 11:15 pm
Don and Family, I am very sorry to hear that Debbi has passed, I knew her from Broadway and Southside along with working with her at the Great American, my thoughts and prayers are with you myself and my family went through the same thing with my wife of 45 years last April it looks like you have a nice family to help you through it. Dan Nikulich class of 76
John Shaffer - Friend
March 25, 2023, 1:34 am
Wow, so sad to hear about Deb.
I met Deb at Broadway JR High, we became friends, as Ed and I have, she was always in a great mood.
Do you think she is Cheerleading?
She will always be missed.
Mike - Brother in Law
March 27, 2023, 7:59 pm
Couldn’t be more Sad.
Fran Newman - Friend
March 30, 2023, 11:30 pm
I was so saddened to hear about Deb’s passing. I worked with her at Aetna where we began our friendship. Ed, Amanda and Meghan, I am so very sorry for your loss. Deb will surely be missed by all.
Deborah Kelley - Friend
April 1, 2023, 7:05 pm
Deb was my hang out together partner when our husbands were at food shows all day. She was so much fun and had the best laugh. Seattle was so much fun for us. We went to the market and saw all the beautiful flowers and food it offered. We decided to see a movie the next day and then we went sightseeing. Every moment with Deb was fun!! She was a treasured friend.
Deb Brubaker - Friend
April 3, 2023, 2:45 pm
I loved the moments I got to spend with Debby, one of the rare other “Deborah’s” I have ever met. She was a wonderful person and always greeted me with a smile and a hug.