Shirley Wilson

Shirley Wilson obituary, Chesapeake, VA

Shirley Wilson

Shirley Wilson Obituary

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Shirley Creef Wilson, 88, of Chesapeake, Virginia, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025. She was born on July 14, 1936, in Norfolk County, VA to her late parents, Addie Sanderlin Creef and Arthur Ranson Creef.

Shirley was predeceased by her husband Eddie Wilson. She is lovingly remembered by her two brothers, Arthur Creef Jr.(wife Patricia Creef), Donald Creef, her son Eddie Wilson Jr., and granddaughter, Ava Hearld.

Known for her compassionate spirit and unwavering dedication to children, Shirley operated a home daycare where she nurtured countless young lives. Her loving care left an indelible mark on the families she served and the community she cherished.

A devoted member of Portlock United Methodist Church, Shirley found great joy in her faith and actively participated in church life. Her warmth and kindness were hallmarks of her character and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

May her memory bring comfort to those she leaves behind. A visitation will be held on Friday January 17, 2025 from 1pm-3pm at Altmeyer Funeral Home at 929 S. Battlefield Blvd Chesapeake, VA 23322.

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Brenda Heard

January 13, 2025

I will miss Shirley for her sweet and giving spirit. For so many years I looked forward to August when Shirley would host the Creef family reunion at her home.
My husband and I would travel from Massachusetts, sometimes with our children, later with grandchildren. We all have memories of the fun times at those reunions. To Ranson, Donald, Eddie Don and Gloria, her nieces and nephews and the many children she cared for in her home over the years, please accept my condolences. May it bring you comfort knowing Shirley loved the Lord and is now in his presence. Of that I am sure!

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