Shirley Roberts Smelley Obituary
The world bids farewell to Shirley Roberts Smelley of South Hill, Virginia, departing on November 7, 2025 at the age of 90. Shirley leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Shirley Roberts Smelley to show support.
As Shirley departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Shirley. Though Shirley may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her siblings, Stafford C. Roberts, Willie Roy Roberts, Elwood R. Roberts, Nellie R. Cumbia and Delma R. Wilson.
She is survived by: her husband Lewis Preston Smelley; her children, Michael Smelley (Helena) and Connie Cage of South Hill; her granddaughter Brittany Winslow (Nathan) of Smithfield, VA.; and her sister Margaret Santerre (Ronnie) of Hopewell, VA. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Sunday, November 9th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Shiloh United Methodist Church (20230 VA-47, South Hill, VA 23970). A memorial service was held on Sunday, November 9th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
