Lillian Thatcher Shaw

Lillian Thatcher Shaw obituary, Alexandria, KY

Lillian Thatcher Shaw

Lillian Thatcher Shaw Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Alexandria Funeral Home on Dec. 23, 2021.

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Lillian Thatcher Shaw, born 1929, passed on December 19, 2021. She is the beloved mother of Jacqueline, John Scott and Janalee. Mrs. Shaw taught fourth grade for many years at Alexandria Elementary and her students often visited her after her retirement. After her retirement she became a Master Gardener and enjoyed living on her farm. Mrs. Shaw and her children were members of the Alexandria Methodist Church. She also leaves behind nieces Rolla Bedford and Bonnie Bedford Combs. Services are Private. Interment will be in Alexandria Cemetery, Alexandria, KY.

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