Search by Name

Search by Name

Robert Sheldon Obituary

He was a retired journalist and professor at LSU. Robert was a native of Detroit, Michigan and a resident of Baton Rouge. He died at 9:30pm Saturday, March 01, 2014 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 87. Robert was a U.S. Army Air Force veteran of WW II, with The Stars & Stripes European Edition. Visitation will be held at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, Friday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Visitation will resume Saturday at St. George Catholic Church from 9:00am until the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am, conducted by his son, the Rev. Alec Sheldon. Entombment will follow at St. George C. C. Mausoleum. He is survived by his wife: Janet Sheldon; daughter: Mary Armstrong & husband Norman; sons: The Rev. Alec Sheldon, Luke Sheldon & wife Pavica, and Jeffrey Sheldon & girlfriend Anna Zemlyanova; his sister: Dolores Appleton; his brother: Stanley Sheldon & wife Arlene; granddaughter: Anna Armstrong. Robert received his B.A. and M.A. from the University of Michigan. He was a member & past Commander of American Legion Nicholson Post #38; and a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Zachary Taylor Post #3784. An online guest registry is available at www.rabenhorst.com

Published by The Advocate from Mar. 6 to Mar. 7, 2014.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Sheldon

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

Fr. Alec:
May The Lord be a source of comfort and strength to you and those who brought love and happiness to your father's life.
Keeping you in prayer,
Denise

Denise Louviere

March 6, 2014

Jeff and family,

Sending my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Susan

Susan Oncal

March 6, 2014

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Robert Sheldon's name

Memorial Events
for Robert Sheldon

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Rabenhorst Funeral Home & Crematory - Downtown

825 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

How to support Robert's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Robert Sheldon's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more