Shirley Temple Pinnix

Mrs. Shirley Temple Graves Pinnix age 86, transitioned from her labor to reward on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at her home. Born on February 5, 1938 in Caswell County, North Carolina, Shirley was the eldest daughter of Martha Graves Yellock and Charlie Clarence Yellock, both now deceased. Shirley was educated in the Caswell County School system. Her love for cooking, sewing, and caring for others over the years speaks volumes about her giving nature. She was a devoted and faithful member of Union Chapel United Church of Christ where she served on the Pastor's Aide Committee and Kitchen Committee, lending a hand whenever needed. Shirley was also a member of the Eastern Stars AREME Chapter #172 of Burlington, NC.
Those left to cherish her memory are her five children, Ray Anthony Pinnix, Jacqueline "Jackie" Pinnix, Donald Reid Pinnix, Janice Pinnix Bolden and Tony Orlando Pinnix (Kristin) all of Burlington; one sister, Gladys Marie Cheeley of Burlington, seven grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Therbold Reid Pinnix, four brothers, Edward Graves, Paul, Larry and James Yellock and three sisters, Joann Bigelow, Essie Mae Graves and Betty Yellock.
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