Obituary of Shelba Wooten Mattox

Shelba Wooten Mattox, 82, of Elgin, passed away peacefully at her home after an extended decline in her health and mobility on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Charlie Wray “C.W.” and Willie Mae Nettles Wooten and the loving wife of 63 years to William H. “Bill” Mattox. Being the wife of a former pastor and 29 year Air Force chaplain, Shelba and her family moved 24 times throughout their marriage, following Bill’s military assignments and ministry. During those years, Shelba’s careers included federal civil service, home building, and selling real estate. She also served on the town of Elgin Zoning Committee. She enjoyed shopping, interior decorating, camping (or “glamping” as she would call it), giving gifts, and cooking for her family and friends. She was an excellent homemaker who loved spending time with her family. She also held a special place in her heart for her beloved poodles: Puff, Fritz, Yogi, and Teddy. Shelba loved celebrating Christmas and would proudly display her collection of over 50 nativity sets. She was a longtime member of Blaney Baptist Church.

In addition to her husband, Shelba is survived by her children, William Jeffrey “Jeff” Mattox, Penny Camell Mattox, and Kerry Scott Mattox; grandchildren, Thomas Jeffrey Mattox, Jack Ryan Mattox, and Jenna Lynne Mattox; her sister, Dorothy “Dot” Wooten Ryall; and sister-in-law, Nancy Strickland Wooten.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Lemuel W. “Lem” Wooten, Sr.

The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00pm on Friday, October 22, 2021 at Powers Funeral Home, Lugoff. Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Blaney Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. Jacob Helsley. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Blaney Baptist Church, 1400 Blaney Road, Elgin, SC 29045.

The family would like to express their deep appreciation for the staff of Lutheran Hospice for their compassionate care of Mrs. Mattox.

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