Shelley Commodore Settlemyre

Rocky Mount - Shelley Commodore Settlemyre, Jr., age 77, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2012 in Rocky Mount, NC. He was born December 19, 1934 in Catawba County, NC. He graduated from Hildebran High School and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He then served in the US Army Security Agency for three years including 2 years in Europe. He retired from Burlington Industries after 39 years of service. Shelley was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Pearl Hogan May Settlemyre; a son, Steven and his wife, Sarah; and twin grandchildren, Steven, Jr., and Lindsay of Raleigh. He is also survived by a sister, Rita Christie and a brother, Everette Settlemyre of Hickory as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Shelley, Sr., and Della Settlemyre; and a sister, Marjorie Crafton. Shelley was active in Saint Andrews Episcopal Church Choir, Senior Group, Vestry and served as Treasurer. He also enjoyed singing in the Tar River Chorus. Other activities include teaching at Edgecombe Community College and H&R Block. He worked at H&R Block for over 10 years in his retirement as a Tax Preparer. He was active in Civic Clubs: Breakfast Optimist and Kiwanis Club. Shelley enjoyed bridge, UNC football games, cooking and the beach. A service of remembrance will be held at Saint Andrews Episcopal Church, 301 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC on July 21, 2012 at 11:00am. Burial will be in the churchs memorial garden. The Reverend George Greer will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to St. Andrews Church Capital Campaign. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.