Shirley Wilson Stacy Woody, age 68 of Cherryville passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at Meadowwood Nursing Center. She was born on September 9, 1947 in Gaston County. She was a lifelong Christian who was faithful in her service to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Shirley was a retired school teacher in Gaston County. She had a great love for children and education. After retiring from teaching, Shirley volunteered at the Food Bank in Gastonia, B.R.E.A.D., Inc. She had a passion for flowers and photography. Shirley was a very loving and dedicated mother and grandmother.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 3:00 PM at Carpenter's Funeral & Cremation Services with Rev. Leonard Bumgardner officiating. Burial will follow at City Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 1:30 to 2:45 PM prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to B.R.E.A.D., Inc. 161-B W. Franklin Blvd. Gastonia, NC 28052.
Condolences may be made to www.carpentersfuneralhome.net