Shelby Jean Spangler Gore

Shelby Jean Spangler Gore, 86, of Buchanan, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard Allen Spangler and Louise Alena Welch Spangler; her husband, William Samuel Gore; sister and brother-in-law, June and Bobby Aaron.

Shelby lived her life as a devoted wife, mother, and especially loved being a grandmother. She was an active member of Springwood Baptist church since childhood and truly was a devoted child of God. She also spent time working at the Burris store in Buchanan and loved her coworkers there and enjoyed meeting patrons from the Buchanan community.

Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Michael Gore, Dale and Martha Williams Gore, Marc and Shawna Rader Gore; grandchildren, Chris and Jamie Gore, Tyler and Keyndal Gore, Josie Gore, Tanner Gore, and Will Gore; great-grandchildren, Barrett Michael Gore and Berkley Ann Gore.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, from 1 to 2 pm in Springwood Baptist Church, 88 Copps Hill Road, Buchanan. Shelby’s funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery.

The family appreciates all of the support through calls, cards, and prayers from the community throughout her illness. A special thank you to the staff at Carrington Cottages for caring for her for the last several years. Those wishing to make a donation, please consider the Springwood Baptist Church Cemetery, 88 Copps Hill Road, Buchanan. VA 24066.

Online condolences may be sent at www.botetourtfh.com or by calling 540-254-3000.