Photo courtesy of Harvey-Douglas Funeral Home & Crematory - Ardmore
Ardmore, Oklahoma
Sep 7, 1956 – Jun 2, 2021 (Age 64)
The daughter of William Calvin Pender and Bobby (Emore) Pender, Shelly was born on September 7, 1956 in Ardmore, Oklahoma and passed away on June 2, 2021 in Ardmore, Oklahoma at the age of 64 years, 8 months and 25 days.
A life long Ardmore resident, Shelly had retired from DHS where she worked as a social worker. She was proud of her Chickasaw Heritage.
She is survived by her mother, Bobby Pender; daughters, Rae Ann Wise and husband Edward and Macha Thoene; son, Dallas K. Ward; brother, Cal Pender and sister, Cynthia Hawkins. Preceded in death by her father.
No services scheduled.
Cremation-With-Care provided by the Harvey-Douglas Funeral Home & Crematory
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If you didn't know Shelly, she appeared kind of gruff, but once you got to know her, she was so thoughtful & kind. I was saddened to hear of her passing. Wonderful lady.
Cece Norman
July 13, 2021 | ARDMORE, OK | Coworker
Love and prayers for the family!
Claude and Vickie Crossland
June 24, 2021 | Madill, OK | Family
Shelly was one of the coworkers at DHS that I admired most. She bent over backwards to help those in need whether clients or workers. Retirees met for lunch monthly prior to covid and Shelly came to our get togethers whenever she felt well enough. I am shocked to hear of her death, and I'm ashamed that I didn't keep in touch. Shelly was one in a million and deserves a star on the humanity walk of fame.
Karolyn Teacle
June 08, 2021 | Ardmore, OK | Friend
I'm so shocked and saddened by the death of my dear friend. I loved her like a sister and will miss our weekly phone conversations. My sincere condolences to the family.
Rev. Mary Finley
Mary Finley
June 05, 2021 | Ardmore, OK | Friend
So sorry to hear about my friend since 2nd grade. Prayers & condolences. Will miss her.
Cheryl McNealy Rogers
June 04, 2021 | Ardmore, OK | Friend
Shelly was a special person to me. During my time I worked with and got to know her at DHS she always strived to help others less fortunate and would go out of her way to ensure justice and appropriate care for them. She was always willing to listen and give support to others no matter what the need was. Her life truly saved others lives and I will for ever be grateful she was a part of mine.
Alicia VanBuskirk
June 04, 2021 | OK | Friend
