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Shirley Long Ward
Nov 13, 1941 — Jan 18, 2020
Shirley is survived by a daughter, Kimsey LaRue (Mark); grandsons, Taylor, Tim and Trenton LaRue; brothers, Billy Long (Cherry) and Harland Long both of Griffin, GA; sister, Jane Bennett (Joe) of Valrico, FL; many nieces, nephews and a host of friends who loved her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Cardell Long; brothers, Bobby Long, Sidney Long, Jerry Long; sisters, Evelyn jones, Jimmie Higgins, Mary Beighton and June Thomas.
Shirley was born on November 13, 1941 in Covington, GA. She married Benjamin Ward on November 12, 1966. All of her family and friends affectionately called her "Memom". She was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church in Bethel Springs
Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
4:00 - 6:30 pm (Eastern time)
Mt. Gilead Baptist Church
Celebration of Life
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Starts at 6:30 pm (Eastern time)
Mt. Gilead Baptist Church
Graveside Services
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Starts at 3:00 pm (Eastern time)
Oak Hill Cemetery in Griffin, GA
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