Delena Shaw Hunt, Goldthwaite Resident and Rodeo Enthusiast, Passes Away

Delena Shaw Hunt, a longtime Goldthwaite, Texas resident, died on February 18th at the age of 78.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Delena Shaw Hunt, a lifelong Texan with deep roots in Goldthwaite, passed away on February 18th. She was born in Wharton and grew up in West Columbia before retiring to Goldthwaite with her husband in 2012. Delena had a passion for horses, rodeo, and connecting with people in her community.

Why it matters

Delena's passing marks the loss of a beloved community member in Goldthwaite, a small town in central Texas. As an active rodeo enthusiast and longtime resident, Delena was deeply connected to the local culture and history. Her death is mourned by her family, friends, and the broader Goldthwaite community.

The details

Delena was preceded in death by her parents, Fay and Randel Shaw. She is survived by her husband, Michael Hunt, her daughter Randi Roberts and Randi's fiancé Eric Leach, as well as her brothers DeWayne Shaw and Dennis Huebner, and sister Debbie Howe. Funeral services will be held on February 28th at Stacy-Wilkins Funeral Home, with interment to follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Mills County.

  • Delena Shaw Hunt passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
  • Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

The players

Delena Shaw Hunt

A 78-year-old resident of Goldthwaite, Texas who had a lifelong passion for horses, rodeo, and community. She retired to Goldthwaite in 2012 with her husband.

Michael Hunt

Delena Shaw Hunt's husband, who resides in Goldthwaite, Texas.

Randi Roberts

Delena Shaw Hunt's daughter, who lives in Stephenville, Texas with her fiancé Eric Leach.

Eric Leach

The fiancé of Delena Shaw Hunt's daughter, Randi Roberts, who lives in Stephenville, Texas.

DeWayne Shaw

Delena Shaw Hunt's brother, who lives in West Columbia, Texas.

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What they’re saying

“Delena was a beloved member of our community and will be deeply missed. Her passion for rodeo and love of people touched so many lives here in Goldthwaite.”

— Michael Hunt, Delena's Husband

What’s next

Delena's funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 28th at the Stacy-Wilkins Funeral Home in Goldthwaite, Texas. She will be laid to rest at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Mills County following the service.

The takeaway

Delena Shaw Hunt's passing marks the loss of a true Texas icon who dedicated her life to her family, her community, and her beloved rodeo. Her legacy will live on through the many lives she touched and the traditions she helped preserve in the small town of Goldthwaite.