Shirley Ann Graham
March 27, 1948 ~ May 17, 2018
Shirley Ann Graham of Palestine, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, the 17th day of May, 2018. She was born on the 27th day of March, 1948 in Athens, Texas. Shirley was 70 years old. She was married to her husband, Mike Graham, on February 2, 1973. Shirley spent most of her working career in the sewing industry which included Kay Lynn Sports Wear and Wallace Apparel. Shirley loved spending time with her family. If there was a family gathering, she would not miss it. SHE LOVED HER FAMILY. Shirley also enjoyed the beaches of Destin, Florida. The memories made while spending time with her family and friends on the beaches of Florida will always hold a special place in the hearts and minds of her loved ones. Shirley also loved her church family. The last years of Shirley's life was deeply impacted by her brothers and sisters in Christ. The love shown by the members was mentioned by her in conversation constantly.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl Henry Smith and Dorothy Smith and sister, Melinda Owens. Shirley is survived by her husband of 45 years, Mike Graham of Palestine; children, Debra Spinney, Chad Davis and wife Janice, Angela Day and husband Jody; sisters, Margie Smith, Fayrene Stokes and husband Robert; brother, Carl Smith, Jr.; 7 grandkids, Sarah Bell, Clif Richardson, Emily Davis, Kaleb Day, Cody Day, Chase Day and Kayden Day; 6 great-grandkids, Gauge, June, Kyra, Kaisten, Riley and Kinsley.
A funeral service in celebration of Shirley Ann Graham will be conducted at one o'clock in the afternoon on Saturday, the 19th day of May, 2018 in the Rhone Memorial Chapel with Jody Day officiating. Immediately following, all are invited to greet the family during a reception at the Church of Christ on Highway 155. Visitation with the family will begin one hour prior to the service at Rhone Funeral Home.
Shirley will be cremated and interred into the Beaches of Florida at a later date.
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
Funeral and cremation services for Shirley Ann Graham are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas.
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Our prayers are going out to you Mr Graham, Angela, Jody and all of your family. She always had a sweet smile and always was friendly and asked how people were when I would see her at the games. Continue prayers going out to you all during this time.
I always saw Shirley’s comments on Facebook. She was always good to comment back on mine. Just wish we had more time to visit and get to know each other. Sorry for each of us and our loss.
Shirley was a very special person in her life with all of th Graham’s and extended family. God has a beautiful angel with him now. I hope “Snookers†was there to meet her. Heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of Mike and Shirley’s families. Know that we love and have you all in our prayers. Those of us that are unable to attend the service will be there in spitit
So glad I got to see her last month in Waco.
Mrs. Shirley was such a sweet person. I just know paradise gained a most beautiful soul and she will shine bright there until she is gathered in Heaven one day along with all who loved her. She shared the warmest of smiles and gave the best hugs. Please pray for strength for the family in the many days ahead. Love,? the Rash family of Union Grove.
I’ll say it again. The best memory of Mrs. Shirley that I have is her warm, welcoming smile and big hugs. Just the same when you were saying goodbye to her. I’ll miss getting to see her face every once in a while but I’ll always see her smile when I think of her. True Godly woman indeed! We will all miss her. I ask that everyone keep the family in your daily thoughts and prayers for the days ahead. God Bless!!
I will always remember sweet Shirley sitting at our kitchen table drinking coffee with my Mama. Every visit was filled with laughter and Shirley could laugh!!! She was just so special in every way and her love for her family was her greatest gift! My thoughts and prayers go out to you all, and I am asking our Heavenly Father to wrap you in His loving arms and comfort you as only He can. You will be missed, Shirley.
A Spathiphyllum was ordered on May 19, 2018
Shirley and I went to school together and were very good friends in our school years. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Prayers to her family