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Shirley SAUNDERS Obituary
Shirley was predeceased by her parents, Andy J. and Gladys Vance.
She is survived by her son, Andy Ray Easley; granddaughter, Jessica Day; and great-granddaughter, Madison Day; her siblings, Barbara V. Umberger, Juanita V. Armstead (William), Andy Lee Vance (Kelly), and Richard Wayne Vance. Also, her special friend, James Vrooman; nieces, Lindsey and Jamie Vance; nephews, William Jr. (B.J.) and Douglas Armstead.
Visitation will be at Grace Baptist Church, 1013 Penniman Road in Williamsburg from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, with services to follow. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley SAUNDERS
Sharon (Amos) McCafferty
September 23, 2021
It's hard to believe it's been this long since you left us. You are so missed by us all, but, we know you are rejoicing in Heaven with all of our family that is there. We that are left here will see you when we cross over. Looking forward to the reunion!
Sharon McCafferty
September 23, 2019
We miss you Shirley. Looking forward to our reunion in heaven. Love you!
Douglas Armstead
October 4, 2010
You are one of the most important people in my life and forever will be. I will not forget all the good times. You were always their ever since i can remember and you always will be. I Love You Shirley Saunders. -Dougie
Stephanie Armstead
October 2, 2010
I love Shirley. She was always a joy to be around. She loved my kids dearly, and never went past them without showing them a big smile. I always saw her giving back to our environment. She never rested until her garden was right! She will always be remembered in my heart, as well as many others Im sure. Without her we are sad, but she's just another one of God's angels looking down on us!!
Becky Russell
September 30, 2010
The words are hard to say
Our good Lord came and took you away.
Here on earth, our turn we wait
Yet you stand before the Pearly Gate
Happiness and sorrow are our tears
This represents love and freindship over the years.
Sharon & Ray Jones
September 30, 2010
Thank you,for being a good friend these past 20 years. You were like a sister to me. Love and miss you.
Junior & Buster Jones
September 30, 2010
We will miss our Aunt Shirley. We loved hanging out in her backyard and sneaking up on her when she was in the garden.
September 29, 2010
May Shirley be dancing on streets of gold and out of all pain.I pray memories she left with be vision of joy and kindness, I knew her only short time felt she was soft hearted and very talented artist she drew a picture at my daughters wedding shower in seconds and it was beautiful!Her life was cut too short.I am glad to have met her. Love Brenda
Sharon McCafferty
September 29, 2010
Cousin Shirley,I was so saddened to hear of your passing. I have such good memories of the time we last saw each other, laughing and reminiscing and looking at family pictures. I know you are in heaven with all the family that has gone on before you and that you are dancing and rejoicing with Jesus, family, and the angels, free of pain, in a new perfect heavenly body. This gives me great comfort in this sad time for all who are left behind. But, we will all see each other again someday, and for that I rejoice. You were such a sweet and kind person. You will be missed greatly by us all, friends and family alike, but never, ever forgotten. I love you Shirley!
Barbara Umberger
September 29, 2010
To my loving sister Shirley.We're missing so much.LOVE Bobbie (The Girls)
juanita armstead
September 29, 2010
Our dear sister left us quietly on Sunday 26,2010 to go home to her Heavenly father and family.My heart feels heavy, but I know Shirley is healthy and happy. I will miss her everyday and am blessed to have had her for a sister.
BJ Armstead
September 29, 2010
My Aunt will be missed by all and loved.She was a very important person in my life as Im sure in many.She was always their for me to lend an ear and listen to my problems and talk to.Always supportive of me and everything I did.
To the room I looked and saw a happy face and heard kind words to set my burdens away and give me my happy heart back.Now I look to that room and see an empty space,but with closed eyes and a deep breath I can see that happy face and hear those kind words.I AM ALWAYS WITH YOU.
Love you Aunt Shirley we miss you.
Carol & Ray Burks and Family
September 29, 2010
To the family,
Shirley was a wonderful and caring woman. I enjoyed waving and smiling at her when she was in the backyard or on the side of the house. She will truly be missed by the neighborhood and all that knew her.
God Bless you during this time. Shirley will be missed but not forgotten.
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