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Shirley Faust Obituary
Shirley Ann Jackson Faust passed away peacefully on January 6, 2016. She was a beautiful person with a quiet, gentle, and kind spirit born on August 14, 1935 in Nolan County outside of Roscoe, Texas. Shirley was Licensed Vocational Nurse. Beginning in 1961, she worked in Pasadena hospitals, pediatric/OB/GYN office practices and assisted living/skilled nursing facilities.
Shirley had a passion for reading, time on the beach, music, and photography. She loved taking her grandchildren to the beach and taking candid pictures as well as photographing beautiful sunsets.
Shirley was a member of South Avenue Baptist Church and First Baptist Church of Pasadena. She loved the Lord Jesus Christ and her family is eternally grateful for providing a Christian foundation.
She is survived by two daughters, Tracy Faust and Teresa Anderson; son-in-law, Lonnie Anderson; and three granddaughters, Courtney Anderson, Lindsey Kingsbury, and Whitney Cox.
She is preceded in death by her loving father, Buford Jackson; mother, Willie Blue Belle Brazil Jackson; sister, Melba Smith; infant sons, Gary Faust and Milton Faust; and beloved aunt, Polly Brazil.
Shirley was gracious and patient during her long journey through many years of a debilitating illness. The family would like to thank her friends and family for a lifetime of cherished memories and the caregivers at Paramount Senior Care Center of Pasadena and A-Med hospice. A private celebration of Shirley's life is planned. You may offer your condolences at www.dignitymemorial.com/pasadena-funeral-home .
Thank you Mom for the love you gave us, the lessons you taught us and the example you set for us. We love you and will miss you.
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Karla Mull
February 17, 2016
Teresa and Tracy, I always thought Aunt Shirley was pretty. And I liked to listen to her talk and to hear her unique laugh. I even liked to watch her talk, because she and Mama had the exact same lips and mouth. It was uncanny. And I didn't just enjoy her laugh whenever it happened. I would intently wait for it. I might be playing, but I was listening for Aunt Shirley's laugh. I know you'll miss her. I'm sorry for your loss.
Neal
February 15, 2016
Teresa . . . of course I'm always the last to know. Shirley was always so kind, gracious, and patient with me (especially when I called your dad "Chief"). Seeing the picture of you two together brought back great memories. My heart aches for you. My condolences.
Monica Bleeker
January 26, 2016
Dear Teresa and Tracye, what I remember and loved so much about Aunt Shirley was her sassy, catty, and oh-so-funny, remarks and that rich laugh of hers. She and Mom were more alike than they ever let on. Both had smart mouths and passive-aggressive ways to get their digs in. Wish I could have had more time together with her and you girls. Just know that I loved her very much, just as I love you both so very much.
Carolyn Jaggers Smith
January 21, 2016
Teresa, I am so sorry to hear about the loss our mother. Although I did know her very well, sounds like she led a fulfilling life. My prayers are with you and your family.
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Belinda Petersen Fischer
January 21, 2016
Teresa and Tracey,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. She was a precious lady and I have many fond memories of times spent at your house in high school and how much fun and how sweet your Mom was. I enjoyed seeing all the pictures and thank you for sharing them. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Belinda Petersen Fischer
January 20, 2016
Teresa & family & Tracey I am so sorry to hear of this loss. Your mom was a precious lady.Will me praying for you all.
Love,
Your cousin Shirley Blankenship
Glenda Roddy
January 15, 2016
Teresa & family,
My heart and prayers goes out to you and your family as you go through this difficult time. I so enjoyed the photo gallery. Thanks for sharing them. I loved your tribute to your mom. So precious. I met your mom once, but was able to see her smile and graciousness in action when I put the hole in her apartment ceiling. I can still see her smile and the loving way she handled my act of stupidity. You are truly blessed to have a mother that had such a profound influence on your life. Our sympathy to you and your family Love, Brian & Glenda Roddy
Debra Hill
January 13, 2016
Our thoughts and payer's are with you and your families. Your mother was always a beautiful person inside and out. Try to always remember the thing she did to make you laugh. This will allow her to be a joy in your heart.
All out love Kelly and Debra Hill
Lisa Sneed
January 8, 2016
Dear Tracy, Teresa, and family,
My deepest heartfelt sympathies to you on the loss of you mother. I wish I had some profound comforting words or verses to offer to you. I think losing one's mother is one of the hardest loses we all face as children, no matter what age "children" we are when they pass. We all will face losing our mothers at some point in our lives and yet it seems you are never quite prepared. It is one of those life changing moments from which there is no turning back. Your friends are sending you hugs, warm thoughts, and prayers. We are all here for you and understand this is a process, not just an event. She is never completely gone because she lives in your hearts in the form of memories and the love you shared. I thought you did a wonderful job of writing her obituary and of picking out pictures to share with all of us who loved her with you and are sharing in your grief. I think one of the biggest gifts I have received since the loss of my mother has been forgiveness, compassion, and the uncanny ability to recall many more good memories. I guess God has a way of cleansing our souls when we suffer big losses. Cherish the warmth in your hearts and the fond memories and pictures and healing will come. We are forever changed by our losses, but I think we are transformed by them as well. I love you all and I loved Shirley. She is with her Father and she suffers no more. Hallelujah❣
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