Shirley Pitts West's obituary , Passed away on February 24, 2026 in Hayesville, North Carolina

Shirley Pitts West

October 20, 1939 - February 24, 2026 (86 years old)

Hayesville, North Carolina

Shirley Pitts West's obituary , Passed away on February 24, 2026 in Hayesville, North Carolina

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Townson-Rose Funeral Home

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Shirley Pitts West

October 20, 1939 - February 24, 2026 (86 years old)

Hayesville, North Carolina

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Shirley Pitts West Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 24, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Shirley Pitts West of Hayesville, North Carolina. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Shirley Pitts West to show support.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Shirley leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Shirley may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Horace Pitts and Guinelle Smith Pitts; and her sister Jean Owens. She is survived by: her husband Joseph "Bobby" West; her children, Mike West of Hiawassee, GA, Kenny West (Wilma) of Hayesville, NC, Karen Crosby of Hiawassee, GA and Jennifer Fuqua (Paul) of Calhoun, GA; and her brother Charles Pitts of Covington, GA. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Gideon's International, PO Box 164, Murphy, NC 28906.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Townson-Rose Funeral Home



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Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church
50 Marvin Cabe Ln, Hayesville, NC 28904

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Feb 28

Funeral service

Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church
50 Marvin Cabe Ln, Hayesville, NC 28904

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