Shelton Joseph Citizen

Shelton Joseph Citizen obituary

Shelton Joseph Citizen

Shelton Citizen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kings Funeral Home - Lake Charles on Aug. 4, 2025.

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Shelton Joseph Citizen, 69, of Lake Charles passed away peacefully under the care of Harbor Hospice on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025.

Shelton was born October 4th, 1955 in Lafayette to the late Lucille and Theodule Citizen. He worked as a warehouse operator for Coca-Cola and his hobbies included restoring vintage cars, cooking and spending time with his wife and daughters.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his loving wife; Jessica Citizen, of Lake Charles, LA and beautiful daughters; Alexis Citizen, of Sulphur, LA and Alise Citizen, of Lake Charles, Louisiana. Siblings, John D. (Carolyn) Citizen, of Lake Charles, Louisiana; Mary Louise Citizen of Lake Charles, Louisiana; Dorothy Veazie of Crowley, Louisiana; Wilma Westbrook of Houston, Texas; Dolores Catalon of Houston, Texas; Helen Citizen and Chanlen of Arizona. Three lovely grandchildren, Gabrielle, Londyn and Riley Citizen; and a host of friends and relatives.

Shelton was proceeded in death by both parents and his sister, Patricia Citizen.

Visitation will be held from 8:00AM until 10:30 AM, with a Rosary at 9:30 AM on Saturday, August 9th, 2025 at King's Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass to follow at 11:00 AM at St. Henry Catholic Church, with burial services at Sacred Heart Mausoleum under the direction of King's Funeral Home.

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