Shirley A. Graves Rooney Obituary
We bid farewell to Shirley A. Graves Rooney of Bethany Beach, Delaware, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 22, 2025 at the age of 97. Shirley touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley A. Graves Rooney to pay them a last tribute.
Though Shirley has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Roy Harlow and Edna Harlow; and her former husband William "Bill" C. Graves. She is survived by: her sister Betty Espey; and her children, Linda A. Heald, Patricia L. Smith and William H. Graves. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren; and 9 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Shirley's name to Mariner's Bethel Church Ocean View, DE.
