Shirley Joann Gainey's obituary , Passed away on December 17, 2024 in Tarboro, North Carolina

Shirley Joann Gainey

June 26, 1939 - December 17, 2024 (85 years old)

Tarboro, North Carolina

Shirley Joann Gainey's obituary , Passed away on December 17, 2024 in Tarboro, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Carlisle Funeral Home

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Shirley Joann Gainey

June 26, 1939 - December 17, 2024 (85 years old)

Tarboro, North Carolina

Shirley Joann Gainey Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Shirley Joann Gainey (Tarboro, North Carolina), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Shirley left this world on December 17, 2024 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Shirley's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John Miller Nelson and Charlotte Sowers (Hockley); her stepfather Robert Sowers of Mt. Holly Springs, PA.; her granddaughter Amber Leigh Keck; her sister Alice Smith; and her husband James Gainey of Tarboro, NC..

She is survived by: her children, Wayne L. Hockensmith, Jr. (Betty) of Newville, PA and Eileen A. Keck of Tarboro, NC; her grandchildren, Noelle Keck and Dustin Hockensmith; and her sister Louise Myers. She is also survived by several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Carlisle Funeral Home



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