Eula M. Shirley

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Striffler-Hamby Mortuary

4071 Macon Road

Columbus, Georgia

Eula Shirley Obituary

Eula M. Shirley August 16, 1925- May 22, 2008 COLUMBUS, GA— Eula M. Shirley, 82, of Columbus, GA died at Columbus Hospice House Thursday, May 22, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Monday, May 26, 2008 in the Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, Macon Road Chapel with Reverend Richard Collins and Reverend Watson McKemie officiating. The Bethel Sunday School Class and Mr. Jim Rayburn will be Honorary Pallbearers. A private graveside will be held on Tuesday in Parkhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:00 P.M. Sunday evening at the funeral home. The family will be at the home of Ceretha Osborn during other times. Mrs. Shirley was born August 16, 1925 in Geneva County, AL daughter of the late Noah L. Bolin and Losia Miller Bolin. She had retired from Krystal after 26 years of services, having managed the Krystal on Wynnton for 21 years. Mrs. Shirley was an active member of Evangel Temple Assembly of God for many years. She was a member of the Bethel Sunday School Class and served in the nursery ministry for 32 years. She often freely shared her spiritual gifts of hospitality and comfort with those around her. We will remember her as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Survivors include her husband of 65 years, C. J. Shirley of Columbus, GA; three children, Joe (Gayle) Shirley, Ceretha (Jim) Osborn and Debra Overby all of Columbus, GA; six grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren; a special friend, Melda Phillips of Columbus, GA; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Please visit www.mem.com to sign the on-line guest registry.

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Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer from May 24 to May 25, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Eula Shirley

13 Entries

Susan Adams

May 28, 2008

Dear Shirley Family,

How sorry I was to hear of Mrs. Shirley's death. She was a very special lady, and she left a wonderful legacy of spiritual values and kindness in her family.

With love,
Susan Adams

Tammy Burkett

May 27, 2008

I have done alot of thinking as to what to write and there is still not enough words to express how very special Aunt Eula Mae was and how much I love her and she loved everyone. My heart breaks for Uncle CJ and the whole family of Joe and Gail and Debbie and her family and especially my godmother Ceretha and godfather Jimmy and Jay and Jenny and their families. The whole family accepted me as one of their own and loved me so very much. I have to say Aunt Eula Mae cooked the best country cooking and she loved my kids and she always was so very kind. I will miss her so much but I know that she is in a better place with the Lord and she is not suffering any longer but she is looking down on her family and friends and she is a true angel to us all. My love goes to each and everyone. I could not be there but across the miles, I was with you in spirit and I am thinking of each of you and sending my love.

Tammy, Chris, Lindsay and Dakota
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Carolyn Smith

May 27, 2008

Dear C. J., Ceretha, Debbie, and Joe and the extended family,

Our hearts go out to each of you. We loved your wife and Mom so much; she was such a special lady. No matter what her situation, she had a positive outlook. I remember her talking to Mom on the phone and at Lucy's visitation and telling her it "was o.k. either way it went" when she referred to her upcoming surgery.

We know now that it is definitely wonderful for her. Can you imagine the joy she had when she saw Aunt Losia, Uncle Noah and Ma Coker. I'll bet they talked a little bit, don't you.

She's also singing in the angel choir and visiting with Jesus. She loved the Lord and constantly gave Him credit for what she had and praised Him in every situation.

Just remember we love you and we're praying for you.

Carolyn Smith (Fronie's Daughter)

Sally Posey

May 27, 2008

My Dear C.J. and Precious Family,
My heart grieves with yours at the loss of your beautiful Eula Mae..May you draw on the strength available only in Christ Jesus, as you find His grace sufficient...You are greatly loved and respected, and my life is filled with memories of your loving care.. Jerry will be happy to see her...He loved you both also....Sally Posey

jack Brinkley

May 27, 2008

Dear family, my friends----How we loved Mrs. Shirley. A kind and genuine person whose heart bonded with our hearts. Her life and service counted for much good, as her outreach was shown every day as we would have those chance encounters. As well as those special times on Macon Road which is among the best and brightest of our memories. A wonderful chapter with a precious lady, a friend who befriended and made us smile.
The Jack and Lois Brinkley familly
Jack Brinkley, m.c. 90th - 97th Congresses, 3rd District of Georgia 1967 - 1983

Edward Watson

May 26, 2008

Dear Mr. Shirley & family,
I knew Mrs. Shirley almost all of my life. I remember her being a fine Christian woman. I also have memories of her working with my mother, Jessie Mae Watson, at the Krystal. You will be in our prayers.
Libby and Edward Watson

Sandra Crook Wilkins (Crook)

May 26, 2008

mr. Shirley and family. It has been a long time, but I have never forgotten how much your mother and wife always made me feel. I use to love to be in her Sunday School room and loved those good strong hugs. So strong but so loving. You are and will always be in my prays.
Sandra (Crook) Wilkins

James and Vikki (Voorhees) Condrey

May 25, 2008

Dear Mr. Shirley, Ceretha and Debbie,
We are very sadden to hear about Miss Shirley. She was a dear Christian lady that will be miss by all. We both remember her from the Krystal on Wynnnton. It was always a treat for me to go in and see her at the counter. Your whole family will be in our prayers this week.

Marsha Olbon

May 25, 2008

Mr. Shirley & family, We send our love and condolences. Mrs. Shirley always had a smile and words of cheer no matter how sick she may have been. The Krystal was Mrs. Shirley and her friend, Mrs. Phillips. We feel so close to your family throughout these years and you know we hold you in our hearts and prayers at this time. God Bless, Marshall and Florrie Bush; Marsha Ann and Joe Olbon, Brenda

Carmen Merritt Barton

May 25, 2008

Ceretha, I can remember when you and I were in school together, our moms worked near each other on Wynnton Road. My mom worked at Wynnton Pharmacy and they used to talk to each other quite a bit. My mom passed away in 2006 so I know quite well what you are going through. My prayers are with you and your family.

glenda juhan-fuller

May 24, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Memories flooded my mind of living close to your family. I know you will miss her but thank God of the hope we have to be together again.
much love and prayers, glenda

Ed & Frances Simpson

May 24, 2008

Mr. Shirley & Family, Mrs. Shirley was one of the sweetest ladies we have ever known. We share in your loss.Love,

Elaine & Kenneth Singletary

May 24, 2008

Mr. Shirley and family:
We love all of you very much and have you in our prayers. We know what you are going through at this time. We share in your sorrow and happiness in knowing that she is in a better place and singing with the angels today. Mrs. Shirley will be missed by all of us (all through her life and ours, we were all her children) and we cherish that in our pocket of memories in working under her and loving her as our friend.

We have memories in our pockets.
They rattle among the change.

Our memories of you are treasures we carry wherever we go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give us comfort when we think we are alone.

Yes, we have memories in our pockets, like so much other stuff we keep there.

But of all the treasures we have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

All our love and prayers go out to each one of you. We love you all!

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