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Shirley Ann Racer Paschall, 78, of Bessemer City passed away on October 22, 2025, at her home. She was born on November 9, 1946, to the late Vernon Racer and Margie Racer.
She is preceded in death by her son, Scott Lister.
Those left to cherish her memory include daughters, Tracy Sweezy (Mike Spellman) of Bessemer City of NC, and Tammy Bleeman of Bessemer City of NC; sister, Charlene Snyder of West Virginia; grandsons, John Sweezy of Dallas, NC, Jacob Sweezy (Ruby) of Cherryville, NC, and Andrew Vermillion (Paige) of Centerburg, OH; great grandchildren, Chevelle, Ryatt, and Rylee.
Sisk-Butler Funeral & Cremation Services is honored to be serving the Paschall family. To offer condolences, please visit www.siskbutler.com.
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