Shirley Marion Sanders

Shirley Marion Sanders, 71, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and aunt, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 19, 2011. Shirley, known as "Lady Bug" to her friends and family, was born in Crescent City, CA, the youngest of five siblings. She frequently entertained her friends and family with her jolly personality. As a young woman she was a telephone operator and also worked as a hospice provider. Her first job at Orr's Market started her career in the grocery business. She also worked at Jerick's and Whitely Oil. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary, at one time served as president of the Ladies Auxiliary. Her three boys were her pride and joy. She met Dave Sanders at a dance and they were married in 1988. They remained a loving couple for 23 years. Shirley will be fondly remembered and sorely missed. Survivors include her husband Dave Sanders; children Steven McGhee and David Malfavon; grandchildren Becca McGhee, Mason and Micah Malfavon; Sisters Frances Chambers, Betty Thompson, and Marie Orr; brother Donald Crain. She was preceded in death by her son Larry McGhee and her parents Shorty and Mildred Crain. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 27 at 2pm at Faith Christian Center, 117 Brookings Ave, Smith River, California.

Service Information

Saturday, August 27th, 2011 2:00pm, Faith Christian Center