Shirley McMeans Mitchell Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Shirley McMeans Mitchell of Birmingham, Alabama, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Shirley left this world on January 13, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Shirley McMeans Mitchell to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, J. C. McMeans and Evelyn McMeans; and her sibling J. C. McMeans, Jr. (Flora). She is survived by: her daughters, Tonya Mitchell and Joleita Owens; her grandchildren, Karl Owens, Jr., Bianca Mitchell (Kamaya) and Jolissa Owens; her great grandchildren, Montana Owens, Jace Owens, Omari Smith, Khalyni Williams, Kawhi Williams and Jakai Smith; and her siblings, Emma Carruth (Willie), Alvin McMeans, Barbara Swift and Bruce McMeans. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends.
