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Ms. Shirley White
3/27/1948 - 1/15/2026
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Obituary For Ms. Shirley White
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ms. Shirley White of Beckley, WV, who entered eternal rest on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the age of 77. Shirley was the second of eight children and will be remembered with love, dignity, and respect.
As we say goodbye, we hold tightly to the memories that remain - moments of quiet presence, the love shared through family bonds, and the lasting impact of a life that mattered. Though Shirley may no longer be with us in person, her spirit will continue to live on through the love of those who carry her name, her story, and her memory forward.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernestine L. M. Gallaway and Willie White Sr., and her siblings Willie “Bill” White, Florence Spinks-Smith, Judy Austin, and Carlos Austin; aunts and uncles, James Davis, John (Barbie) Davis, Violet Burley, Bettie (Lee) Wilson, Sadie Davis-Reynolds, Charles Davis, Joan McCoy, Annie Washington, and Zelma Mitchell.
She is survived by her siblings John Austin, Joseph Austin, Michael Austin and his wife, Dr. Shannon Austin, and Jackie Gallaway; aunts and uncles, Evelyn Watson, Joe (Kathy) Davis, and Virginia “May” Hall. She also leaves to cherish her memory many other beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and friends.
Graveside service will be 11:00AM Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at Greenwood Memorial Park, Beckley.
If you are unable to attend, the family appreciates your prayers, condolences, and continued support during this time.
Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.
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Condolences
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01/27/2026
To the Austin family may God bless you with peace and love during this time.
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01/21/2026
I will miss our Shirley. She was very well loved.
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01/20/2026
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01/19/2026
Shirley was deeply loved, and we will always cherish her life and memory. She was a precious gift to our family, and her presence will never be forgotten. As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, we take comfort in the memories held close—every moment of love, every quiet reflection, and the lasting imprint she left on our hearts. Though Shirley may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on through the love we carry forward and the legacy of family that will always remember her. We find peace knowing she has laid down this earthly body and is now free—resting in the presence of the Lord and flying in Heaven. Michael Austin
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01/17/2026
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of my Cousin! RIP Shirley 💔
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