Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury, 60, of North Beach passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026 after a 21 month long-fought battle with Leukemia (AML). She was born September 18, 1965, in Washington, D.C. to Joseph and Bonnie (Barnes) Shelton. Suzanne was raised in Seat Pleasant and graduated from Central High School in 1983. She has been a resident of Calvert County for 35+ years and North Beach since 1999.
She had a long and successful career as an accounting manager for several construction companies.
She loved spending time with her family and friends, traveling, riding motorcycles with her boyfriend Tommy, and going on cruises. She took many motorcycle trips up and down the east coast from Maine to Key West, Florida. She traveled out west to visit family and friends, as well. She enjoyed spending time with family at Stilwater in the Northern Neck of VA. She also enjoyed gardening, attending many live music concerts with Tommy, Dan & Jim, and sunflowers.
Suzanne is survived by her children Josh (Angie) and Shelby, her longtime boyfriend Tommy Smith, sister Sharon Shelton-Allen (Pooch), brother Joseph Shelton, Jr., niece Shannah Jarrett (JJ), great-nephew and niece JD and Lainey. She is also survived by her former spouse Jeff Drury (Robin), her beloved cat Henry and numerous grand animals which she loved dearly.
In lieu of flowers, her wishes were donations of monetary or blood/platelets to the American Red Cross or donations to Hospice of the Chesapeake.
Silvia Chavez
August 24 – Obituary: Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury
Hearing about Ms. Drury struck different than when I hear about my other patients. Ms. Drury was one of the patients I always stopped by to check on her to see how she was doing. She already knew me by name. She would say ” Hey Silvia!” and she’d start talking to me like if we were girlfriends. I am really going to miss Ms. Drury. I know she fought long and hard. I know the journey was not easy .I am happy to have given support and comfort along the way. Im glad I was able to give her a big hug of support and encouragement the last time I saw her. I didn’t know she liked sunflowers. But she is a sunflower! That’s all her! May you rest in peace Suzanne.Love, from one of your nurses, Silvia.
Kyle Knoernschild
August 24 – Obituary: Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury
I was deeply saddened to learn of Suzanne’s passing. I thought very, very highly of Suzanne. As a co-worker, Suzanne was the most dependable, productive, and helpful employee I’ve known in my career. I had the pleasure of working with her for 6 years up until 2024, not long before she was diagnosed. Suzanne was amazing. She had the knowledge, experience, and confidence to tell me (and others) when we were wrong on something. Without a doubt, the glue that held everything together. I respected her greatly, and I will miss her greatly.
Tim Ewen
August 17 – Obituary: Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury
Hearing about the loss of Suzanne stung pretty hard. Lots of good memories from back in the day ! Suzanne tagging along when Sharon and I were dating, the Demolay and Jobs daughters events, her laughing and joking around in my car with Wilt and Hegamyer. Good thoughts and prayers to Sharon and Joey, the Shelton family always treated me like family. Remember the good times and cherish your family and friends.
John 1 (Hegamyer)
August 14 – Obituary: Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury
What a heart break this news brings. Countless good memories with Suzanne and the Shelton family (Mom Oliver too!). Suzanne was a sweetheart/fireball for sure. Sharon and Joey – sending hugs your way. Timmy, John 2 (Wilt) and I are grieving our friend. I spoke to Suzanne several years ago and sadly we were never able to meet up. I seem to recall she was watching fireworks from her roof that night with Tommy and Jeff when we spoke, classic Suzanne. I pray everyone finds peace and has a smile thinking about that girl!
Jean Oliver
August 13 – Obituary: Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury
I have fond memories of Suzanne as a young Jobs Daughter in Bethel 12 inSeat Pleasant, MD! Her smile radiated an inner beauty. My condolences to her family!
Sharon Shelton-Allen
August 13 – Obituary: Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury
Mom (Bonnie) & Suzanne
Sharon Shelton-Allen
August 13 – Obituary: Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury
Shelby, Angie, Josh & Suzanne
Sharon Shelton-Allen
August 13 – Obituary: Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury
Suzanne, Sharon & Dad (Joe)
Sharon Shelton-Allen
August 13 – Obituary: Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury
Tommy & Suzanne
Sharon Shelton-Allen
August 13 – Obituary: Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury
Josh & Suzanne
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