Michelle Marie Pagac Jones was born on August 26, 1966 to Richard and Pamela Pagac, the first of two children raised in Wauwatosa. Since birth, she has been the life of the party. Although her mother was initially hesitant when 22-year-old Shelly brought home a 30-year-old news reporter, everyone quickly warmed to Dan. They married in 1989 and have raised one daughter. Shelly has worked for three decades as a respected IT expert. Shelly (or "The Shellster") is a steadfast example of how empathy, hard work and perseverance, and a solid dose of fun and laughter are essential to living life to the fullest. Her family and friends regularly turn to her for support – as well as when they need an all-star travel companion. As the last of the Jones siblings-and-spouses to turn 50, her birthday party at John and Susan McNally's was one for the books.
