Ronda Shelby Hilburn

May 11, 2026

Ronda Shelby Hilburn, age 68, entered into eternal rest in Pensacola, Florida on May 4, 2026.

Ronda was a graduate of Tate High School, received an Associate of Science degree in Drafting from Pensacola Junior College, and her Nursing Degree in Omaha, Nebraska. She worked in the medical field for many years, both in Omaha, Nebraska and Pensacola, Florida. Ronda and her husband Terry attended Northridge Church and East Side Assembly of God.

Ronda was preceded in death by her father, Rodney Shelby. Those left to cherish her memory include her loving husband of 28 years, Terry Hilburn; mother Lena Trussell; sister Renee Lafont; brother Michael Shelby (Jenny); sisters-in-law Linda Hilburn and Terry Foster (Pat); special cousin Todd Hooper; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ronda will be fondly remembered by her many friends & family, who will especially miss her warm and heartfelt hugs.

The family wishes to offer special thanks to Emerald Coast Hospice for the care and support offered to Ronda during this difficult time.

A visitation will be held on Monday, May 11, 2026 at Pensacola Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home at 9:00 am, with services immediately following at 10:00 am.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under General