Mr. James Steven Shelton, age 75, of Hickory passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield, KY.

He was a retired employee of the Kentucky State Transportation Cabinet.

Mr. Shelton is survived by his daughter, LaQueta Dickerson of Elsworth, IL and two grandchildren, Seth Ashton LaFontaine and Rowan Monet LaFontaine.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Richard Lynn Shelton and his parents, Rudy and Sue Darnell Shelton.

A private burial for Mr. James Steven Shelton was held at Highland Park Cemetery.

Byrn Funeral Home in Mayfield, KY is in charge of arrangements.