Steven Avery Shelp, 66, of Ten Mile, TN passed away suddenly on August 20, 2026. He was born in Saginaw, Michigan on January 15,1960. He was the son of Dr Allan and Charlene Shelp of Vassar, Michigan.

Steve was an avid outdoorsman enjoying fishing, hunting, sailing, woodworking and had a great love for his animals and nature.

Steve leaves behind his life long partner Tammy Gibisas; his brother, Ron Shelp; and sisters, Lois Colosky (James), Lydia Wesley (Kelly), and Lorraine Geesey (Tom); as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. He loved his family and will be missed deeply.

No services are planned at this time.

You are encouraged to share a memory of Steve and extend your condolences to his family by visiting his memorial page and guestbook at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Athens and the Cody family are honored to assist with these arrangements.