Shirley Fisher Shamel Obituary

We announce the death of Shirley Fisher Shamel of Anderson, South Carolina, who passed away on October 6, 2026, at the age of 91. Shirley will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Fisher Shamel to pay them a last tribute.

Shirley will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Shirley will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Shirley’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Alford Branson Fisher Sr. and Nellie Small Fisher Fisher Martin; step-father: William Pennal Martin; husband: John William Shamel; siblings: Carolyn Fisher Sharpton, "Bill" Alford Branson Fisher Jr., Thelma Fisher McCurry Culbertson, Peggy Fisher Campbell Rogers, and Annie Loys Fisher Taylor; first cousins: Sheila Seigler Dye and Steve Patterson; daughters: Deana (Tom Davenport) and Amanda (Tim Dutton); grandsons: "Rett" Thomas Everett Davenport III, John Parker Davenport (Nina), Spencer Reed Davenport, and Michael Hobbs Dutton; great grandchild: Toni Elizabeth Davenport; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, church friends, neighbors, and countless others.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 24th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Abiding Savior Lutheran Church (1905 E Greenville St, Anderson, SC 29621). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 24th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Abiding Savior Lutheran Church, 1905 E. Greenville Street, Anderson, SC 29621.