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Randy Shelton Obituary

Shelton, Randy Scott Was born in Elmhurst, Illinois on September 6, 1970 and passed away at the age of 49 on December 29, 2019 in Lyons, IL. He was the son of Carol Leutik (deceased) and is survived by his sister Cindy (Juan) Dominguez; his nieces Sasha Peach and Samantha (William) Swoboda; his great-niece Ramona Peach, and great-nephews Conner and Cooper Swoboda. Randy lived in the Chicago area for the majority of his life and in Kentucky from 2005-2010. He was an integral supporter and promoter for the Chicago music scene, original founder of the Chicago Metal Alliance with his friend and partner Robb Serrano, and known as Randy 'Randycutioner' Hellson to his close friends. Celebration of Life will be held at Redmond's at 5730 S. Archer Ave, Chicago, IL from 7:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. January 3, 2020. Appreciation night will be held at EXIT at 1315 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL on January 5, 2020.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 3, 2020.

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Holly Smith

January 19, 2020

Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and the memories we shared brother. You truly made me feel like I belonged and was loved from the moment I met you until the last time we spoke. I will never forget you and will always hold an immense amount of love for you in my heart. I know you are rocking out and throwin em back with the metal greats! I miss you so much, but I know we will meet again someday. Until then, cheers to all the good times and know I wouldn't be the same without you. I love you brother...always.

Jessiy Mcalpin

January 7, 2020

Randy, you were always such fun to be around. Cracking jokes, making fun of people and places, and just being a goofball. You were always laughing and smiling every time I saw you. And every time I saw you, you complimented me and made me feel so beautiful and you made me feel like an awesome musician. I'll never forget that. I'll never forget YOU. Love forever brother!

Mike Matherly

January 6, 2020

We love you brother.

Dawn Perreault

January 6, 2020

Randy, you will always, always be in my heart. Randy had no acquaintances, because everyone he met became a friend. He was one of the most giving and unselfish people I have ever met, he genuinely cared about helping others.I will miss his silly jokes and sweet spirit.

Will Vlasic

January 5, 2020

He was a friend to many and he enjoyed life. He has been taken too soon. May you rest in peace. Deepest sympathy to his family and friends alike.

Mike Cullom

January 4, 2020

I met you a few years back at a calender signing at The Exit in Chicago. My cousin Leahs band Catapult The Propaganda was there. We talked and drank a few beers throughout the night. By the time I left I felt like I had a long time friend. We even chatted on messenger off and on the past few years. You are definitely missed by All. R.I.P. Randy. Keep on Rockin

Luke Elner

January 4, 2020

Where do I begin? Well to start, my heart is broken into many pieces over his passing. Randy's enthusiasm for metal and especially local metal bands was the kind of thing that keeps musicians going. He loved your band even if you weren't that good. I learned a lot from hanging out with him when it comes to handling business like a professional, whether it's loading and unloading gear or just networking with other bands and metalheads. "Just walk in like you belong here" will stick with me forever.
Thanks for all the laughs and all the doors you've opened in my life (and showing me Amebix). All this is suddenly hitting me as I type this out, you don't realize how big of an impact someone has had on your life until it's too late. We love you, Randy, keep on rockin wherever you are.

Daniela Vasquez

January 3, 2020

Don't ever forget in your personal body guard Randy. Thank you for the fun times. Never a dull moment around you.

Sasha Peach

January 3, 2020

Love you so much

Tess High

January 3, 2020

You were such a good friend to us all. We all miss you dearly but now we have a metal guardian angel watching over us. Your memory will live on forever.

Anthony Guardiola

January 3, 2020

Gone but will never be forgotten, cheers brother hope your at peace. Foreign Taco!!!

He will definitely be missed

Neil Wonnell

January 3, 2020

Sara or Serenity

January 3, 2020

You will truly be missed you were a beautiful soul.

Cindy Dominguez

January 3, 2020

Anthony Raygor

January 3, 2020

We shared music and laughter. May your soul be free of burdens My deepest sympathies to your loved ones .

Aaron Kearns

January 3, 2020

Gonna miss ya brother the music scene won't be the same without u around

Rest in Power metal brother

Jezzibel

January 3, 2020

Scott Turk Tyrcha Sr.

January 3, 2020

Rest easy Randy! You will truly be missed. Thanks for all you did for the Chicago music scene.

Mike Schmitz

January 3, 2020

I was so saddened to hear of your passing. We only met a couple of times in person, but you made an immediate impact. RIP

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Dawn Milar

January 3, 2020

ROCK IN PEACE, RANDY. XOXO!

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