Shirley was born in Chattanooga, TN on December 17, 1938.
She was a stay at home mom for her three sons and often the neighborhood children, as they all loved playing baseball. After her youngest son started high-school, she began her career at Duracell. She retired from there in 1999 after over 20 years of service.
Shirley had a deep love for her Lord and her family. She loved butterflies and her morning coffee. She was a member of Meadowview Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Georgia Burton, and her husband Charles of 43 years.
She is survived by her sister, Geraldine Isham, brother-in-law Rick Swafford
(Charlotte), sister-in law Bernice Wilkerson (Ron) and Wanda Giles. Her three sons,
Steve (Lynn), Mitchell (Gwen), and Doug (Kim). Her grandchildren, Cortney (Robert), Megan (Matt), Ryan (Kassi), Lauren (Daniel), Corey (Humberto), and Maggie (Luke). Her Great grandchildren, Jack, Addi, Eli, Jeremiah, Strider, Larkin, Charlie, Allison, and Matthew. And several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the staff of Martin Boyd Christian Home and Hospice
of Chattanooga for the excellent care that they gave to her.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Gideons International or the Missions fund at Meadowview Baptist Church, Georgetown, TN.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 PM on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at the funeral home.
A graveside service will be held at 11AM on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at McInturff Cemetery, Hwy 60, Birchwood Tennessee.
Arrangements are by the Valley View Chapel, Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist. 7414 Old Lee HWY, Chattanooga, TN 37421.
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