Shirley Abbie "Oni" Miles

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Shirley Abbie Petty Miles, who left us on June 18, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. Born in Lenox, Georgia, on December 26, 1936, Shirley's warmth and vibrant spirit will be profoundly missed.

Shirley is survived by her husband, Mason "Bill" Miles. She was a loving mother to her son, Randy Fender (Kathy), and her daughters, LaDonna Lively (Mark) and Ronda Dykes. She was the cherished "Oni" to her grandchildren: Kim, Kelly, Jesse, Nick, Lauren, Matt, and Katherine, and a proud great-grandmother to John, Anna, and Josie. She is also survived by her siblings, Gary Petty, Wade Hardin, Wanda McMath, and Jolain Luke.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles Glenn Petty and Maggie Dillard Petty Hardin, her brother, Charles Carson Petty, and her sister, Jean Carolyn Slusmeyer.

Shirley spent 25 years with Publix Supermarket before retiring, after which she pursued her passion for art by owning an art gallery and sharing her talents as a gifted artist. She was also an avid golfer who enjoyed playing courses across the country.

Above all, Shirley's greatest love was her grandchildren. She adored them, and anyone who knew her was treated to loving stories and updates about their lives on a daily basis.

In accordance with her wishes, Shirley has been cremated. A celebration of her life will be held at: Angels Senior Living At The Reserves, Lutz, Florida on July 26th 11am – 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Shirley's honor to a charity of your choice.
She will be remembered for her creativity, her spirited nature and joy in life's adventures, and, above all, her boundless love for family.