Birth date: Jan 28, 1945 Death date: Feb 3, 2023
Shirley Mae Edwards Whitley went home to be with her Lord and Savior early in the morning on February 3, 2023. She was at home with her family by her side. She had just turned 78 years old a week earlier. Shirley was born January Read Obituary
Always remember Mrs. Shirley at Stanfield Elementary growing up. Kim I am so sorry to just now hear of your mom passing. Many prayers for your entire family. Monica Turner Kiker
I have so many thoughts and memories rolling around in my head of the years Shirley and I spent working together. It's hard to choose just one...I think the clearest memory is of laughter. Shirley and I laughed together every day over classroom events, sweet comments from the kids, my habit of talking to myself as I planned the next day. She was my partner in all things and she handled every situation with such grace, love and yes, humor. Teaching is not an easy job because there are so many little details to take care of, but I always knew Shirley was there, looking out for whatever had escaped my attention. The other most important memory was love. Shirley brought love to my classroom, for the children we worked with every day and for myself. She was passionate about the learning and would drop anything if a child asked for help. I loved that about her! A bulletin board could always be delayed, but helping a child solve a problem was the reason we were there. My heart is so full of emotions for the Whitley family, sorrow for their loss certainly, but joy, too. We were all so blessed to have known and loved Shirley. My wish is that we can find comfort in the love and memories we share. Rest in peace, dear friend. You were/are loved so much.
Sweet Mrs Shirley! I helped take care of her at the doctors office for many years! She was definitely one of my favorites! She always had a smile no matter what! She will be missed!
Aunt Shirley- humanly and selfishly we wanted to keep you however, we are so grateful God has healed you and made you whole again. We are so happy knowing you are United with Jesus and all of your family that left earth side. You were such a comforting soul to be around and always kept a smile on that beautiful youthful face. Thank you for loving myself and my children as you did. We sure do love you and know you await for all of us. To Uncle Tony and Kim and Michelle, she lives on in all that you are and do. I love you all.
