Carl F. Shelto

Carl (Chuck) F. Shelto, 75, of Scotland, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025 with his wife, Lorna, by his side. He was born on August 14, 1949 to the late Maureen (Hulse) Shelto and the late Carl Shelto. Besides his wife he is survived by his four daughters: Janet and Roger Sirois, Elaine and Dana Mitchell, Cindy and Ryder Broderick, and Christine and Jeremy Franchere, his ten grandchildren, Carissa and Kyle, Elizabeth, Josh and Ashley, Dylan and Hailey, Tristan, Evan, and Taylor, and two great-grandsons, Jayden and Brayden. Chuck is also survived by his brother Gary and Donna Shelto, his stepson Joseph and Shelley Quirk, their sons Jacob and Caleb, as well as extended members of family and friends. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, James.
Chuck was a devoted fisherman who spent countless hours on his boat, “Lorna Anne.” During his retirement he was the captain of the Sabino Steamboat in Mystic. He was a man who loved working with his hands. Whether it was crafting beautiful furniture in his home workshop or repairing automobiles, his passion for woodworking and cars was evident in every project he undertook. Chuck was a former race car driver in the 1970’s and won many trophies. He raced throughout CT, MA and NY. He also enjoyed watching the NASCAR races in-person and on television. His teasing, joking manner will be greatly missed by his family and he will forever be in their hearts.
To honor Chuck’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. We invite you to please privately celebrate Chuck’s memory in your own ways. We know that he will be with us all in spirit.