Irene South Shupe Obituary
The memory of Irene South Shupe of Galax, Virginia, who passed away on March 17, 2025 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Irene South Shupe to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Preston South and Edith Smith South; her husband James Shupe; her son Kenneth Burcham; and her siblings, Wilmer South, Imogene Lowe, Howard South, Roy South, Pauline Burcham and Lilly A. South.
She is survived by: her daughters, Wanda (Donald Lowe) of Galax, Virginia, Carol (Glen Smith) of Galax, Virginia and Debbie Burcham Hodges of Galax, Virginia; her daughter-in-law Joan Burcham; her sister Lena Norene; her brothers-in-law, David Long of Galax, Virginia and Donald (Rhonda Lowe) of Maryland; her grandchildren, Jamey Lowe, Elesha Robinson (Travis), Tina Robinson (Steve), Lauren Cheek (Kale), Brandon Smith (Brandy), Eden Hodges, Laken Hodges and Caden Hodges; her great grandchildren, Stephanie Carson, Stevie Robinson, Kayleigh Robinson, Kyler Cheek, Aaliyah Robinson, Ashlynn Smith, Kenzie Cheek and Payten Smith; and her close friend Melvin McGrady. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
