It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Elice Bunnell Shelton, Greenspring Poodle Club’s Corresponding Secretary.
Beginning in the 1970s, Elice developed a deep affinity for poodles. Over time, she became deeply involved in caring for, training, and showing them—a passion that brought her great satisfaction and many lasting friendships over the decades. Elice earned numerous American Kennel Club titles with her cherished dogs, Caruso, Derek, and Demi. Elice was a certified instructor with the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI), an organization dedicated to promoting humane and effective dog training by certifying excellent instructors. She offered courses in competition obedience, private lessons, puppy socialization and training, and the training of service and therapy dogs. She also wrote articles to help families raise happy and healthy dogs.
Our hearts go out to all of Elice’s family and friends — both human and canine — whose lives she touched.
Services will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 20, 2026, at Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Annapolis.
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