Jerome Frank Shell, age 79 of Leslie, Arkansas died on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at Baxter Regional in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was born in Leslie, Arkansas on June 30, 1942 to W.F. “Frank” Shell and Madge Boyd Shell.

He attended the United Methodist Church in Leslie. He worked as an Agriculture teacher for many years.

He was very strong in his political beliefs and worked hard to bring the community together at holidays. He loved spending time at the library and senior center.

One of his favorite pastimes was walking his dog every evening.

He was such a kind and caring person who loved his church family and his many friends greatly.

Survivors include his brothers, Lee Shell and wife Debbie of Dallas, TX and Lewis Shell of Kaufman, TX; nephews, Matthew Shell and Ian Shell (Heather); niece, Amy Shell; great-niece, Regan Shell; special friends and caregivers, Amber Robertson and family of Leslie; and many extended family and dear friends who will also mourn his passing.

He is preceded in death by his parents, W.F. “Frank” and Madge Shell; brother who died in infancy, Paul Shell; and sister-in-law, Betty.

Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Friday, June 17, 2022 at the United Methodist Church in Leslie, Arkansas.