Shelby Dale Dees, of Wauchula Florida went to be with her savior on Monday, November 15th, at the young age of 23. She was very fond of a song titled "Oceans" which states in one of the verses that "my faith will be made stronger in the presence of my Savior." What a statement to say "I will be stronger." Monday Shelby's faith was secured in the presence of her savior. She was a beautiful young lady who could pull off classy in one moment and sassy in the next. She truly had one of the most loving personalities that was truly a blessing to experience. Growing up, Shelby was so much fun to spend time with, never a dull moment! The fun memories we have of her are a gift we have been blessed with. She was a free spirit that will live on in our hearts and minds forever. We look forward to seeing her again in Glory one day.

Shelby is survived by her parents Arti and Carrie Sue Edenfield, John and Teri Dees, sisters Lucy Stone, Marti Edenfied and Taylor Dees. Grandparents, Dale and Sarah Johnson, Phillip Edenfield, Annette Des Roches, Cyndy Dees and Bill and Vickie Kaklis. Aunts and Uncles, Steve and Andrea Johnson, Chris and Windy (Dees) Houk, John Kaklis, Dale Edenfield, Tim (Adrienne) Edenfield, Madeline (Andrew) Arntson and Lori Moore, and numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandfather Tommy Dees and Great-Grandparents B.J. and Hazel Johnson, Milton and Inez Muller, Tommy and Lucille Edenfield and Cynthia Taylor. Shelby will also be missed by her two partners in crime, Wes and her dog Rick.

Services will be held for Shelby on Saturday, November 20th at the First Baptist Church of Wauchula, 1570 West Main Street, Wauchula, Florida. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. with a memorial service beginning at noon. Interment will be a private family gathering following the memorial service at Paynes Creek Cemetery in Bowling Green. Memorial Contributions (in lieu of flowers) may be made to Florida School for the Deaf and Blind in St. Augustine, Florida. https://www. fsdbk12 .org/donate

Online condolences can be made at pongerkaysgrady.com

Ponger-Kays-Grady Funeral Homes, Wauchula are in charge of the arrangements.