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Shirley Pach Obituary
Born in Greensville Co., Purdy, Va., on Feb. 20, 1928, she was a resident of Newport News, Va., for the past 63 years. She graduated from Emporia High School and attended Hampton Roads Business College. She was employed with Southern Life Insurance Co. for many years as secretary, cashier, and held a broker's license to sell life and health insurance. She was a member of Parkview Baptist Church and a caring Sunday School class.
Mrs. Pach was preceded in death by her parents, Godfrey S. and Annie Wilson Yeattes; her first husband, James Rowell Jordan; her second husband, Raymond Peter Pach; and daughter, Linda Jordan Grainger. Also, three sisters, Inez Poarch, Ocile Grizzard and Areneal Seaborn; two brothers, Wilson Yeattes and Jesse Yeattes.
She is survived by daughter, Sandra (Sandye) Jordan Murray; sons, Robert (Bobby) Earl Jordan and wife, Bonnie, and Randall (Randy) Wade Jordan; seven grandchildren, David Watkins, Rodney Grainger, Susan Grainger, Ryan Grainger, Bryce Jordan, twins, Brandon and Brian Jordan; seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She is also survived by her brother, Garland Yeattes and wife, Barbara, of Emporia, Va.; sisters-in-law, Nancy Yeattes, Rebecca Jordan, Olive Jordan Frey and Jane Jordan; and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, at Peninsula Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, at Parkview Baptist Church, conducted by the Rev. Rusty Beck. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Youth Group at Parkview Baptist Church, 604 Hilton Blvd., Newport News, VA 23607.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Pach
Connie Williams & Bob McGinnis
January 4, 2011
You're Mom & Dad were very good friends with my Mom & Dad quite a few years ago, beginning in 1946. I got to know Shirley better when my Mom was sick. We had quite a few long talks on the phone. I enjoyed our conversations so much. Dad & I got to visit with her and Raymond while we were visiting my cousin in Newport News. They were a lovely couple and I feel very blessed to have known them both. Dad & I send our sincere sympathy along with much love and prayers to all her family. We just found out tonight that she had passed. May God give you peace and comfort in your loss.
Harry F. Byrd Jr.
September 21, 2010
Bobby, I am still blessed to have both of my parents, but it is through your loss that I can see the pain I will feel one day. There is no greater loss than a parent or a child and you have suffered through this pain on more than one occasion, including the loss of your sister. I know I cannot take the pain away, but rest assured if there is anything you need just ask and I will do my best for you and your family. Just remember, your mother was/is a christian and that is permanent and now she is with your father and sister in the presence of God and NO MORE PAIN! God Bless You and Your Family and I will see you soon. Your Friend For Life! Harry Byrd
Lennie Alger
September 21, 2010
Bobby I was so sorry to hear about your mother. My prayers will be with you in your time of sorrow. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know. I went to high school with Linda.
Lennie
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September 21, 2010
Sandye we know that your heart is heavy and we also know that your mother loved you very much. Find comfort in knowing that you will always carry her in your heart as she did you.
isabelle aldridge
September 21, 2010
To Shirley's family,
It was such a blessing to have known Shirley. I will always have sweet memories of all the conversations we had. She was such a bright, intelligent, caring, loving lady. I am forever grateful to have such an angel enter my life.I will miss her.
September 21, 2010
To Randy, Sandye and Bobby,
We know that your hearts are aching right now, but take comfort in knowing that this woman who loved the Lord has gone home to be with her Heavenly Father where she will be living in Glory for eternity. May God bless and be with the family while you're going through this hard time. Our prayers are with you.
Jerry & Mary Fitzgerald
Patty Kerlin, Pereira
September 21, 2010
Sandy, Bobby and Randy our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Shirley will be truly missed but I know she is laughing and enjoying being with our Heavenly Father and Grandma Ruth along with other loved ones. She was truly a great woman, mother, sister and wife. She will be missed dearly! Our heart goes out to you with many prayers!
Linda Seely
September 20, 2010
Dear Sandy and family:
I am so glad that I had the pleasure
of knowing your dear mother. She was
such a delightful person and so much
fun to be around. I will never forget
the time she came to my house for dinner (May of this year) and what
a joy it was to have her over that
evening with my friends. We talked and
laughed for hours. I will miss seeing
her in church. She always had a hug
for me. Shirley is now with God and all of his angels . May God
bless you and your family during this
sad time in your lives.
Denise Hall
September 20, 2010
Growing up, Shirley was my second mama. I will never forget the time I sassed her and she threatened to spank me. Of course, back then, a good friend and neighbor could! I loved Shirley dearly and was so shocked to see she had passed, especially when I just talked with her in July. I know she is with Linda, Raymond and James now; just where she wants to be. My heart goes out to the family! I know your loss as she and my mom, Ruth, where a very very BIG part of our lives.
I Love you all, Denise
Wayne & Barbara Kerlin
September 20, 2010
Sandy, Bobby & Randy, we are so sorry to hear that Shirley has passed away. We have such fond memories of her. She was a wonderful Christian lady and I know she will be missed. I'm sure she is in Heaven right now having a great reunion with all her loved ones & her dear friend, our mother, Ruth. You are all in our thoughts & prayers. Love to you all.
Amy Rivera
September 20, 2010
I was saddened to hear of this. Praying for you guys....
Kathy Martin
September 20, 2010
"Bobby, Sandye, Randy and Bonnie... Aunt Shirley was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. We love you all and you are in our prayers"
Chuck & Valarie Forrester
September 20, 2010
Bobby, Sandye % Randy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Teresa Hudson
September 20, 2010
Lovely picture of Aunt Shirley...she will be missed dearly. Prayers and love to each of you~
Debbie Vincent
September 20, 2010
Bobby, Sandye & Randy,
We will miss Aunt Shirley so very vmuch.
May her great stories and memories last forever. Love you all.
Gwen Holt
September 20, 2010
Shirley was a very special friend to many. I was so lucky to be one and I will miss her.
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