Shirley Paige Bradshaw

Shirley Paige Bradshaw, 88, of Glen Alpine, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 30, 2023.

Born in Burke County, Nc on June 15, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Glenn Earl Paige and Ruby Eloise Lail Page.

Shirley was a member long-time member of East Valdese Baptist Church. She primarily worked in textiles before retiring from Drexel Heritage after 15 years, to care for her grandson, Drew. She enjoyed taking walks and listening to country music, especially George Jones. Shirley most enjoyed taking trips to the beach every year and hosting cookouts for her family. She was known for her quick-wit and took pride in her appearance.

A loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Shirley is survived by her sons, William Bradshaw and Patrick Bradshaw (Angela); grandson, Drew Bradshaw; brother-in-law, Steve Burns, Sr.; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, John Junior Bradshaw; and sisters, Sandra Burns, Brenda Turner, Gail Shuping, and Dolores Hildebran,

The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Patrick Bradshaw and Pastor Steve Walsh officiating. Burial will follow in Burke Memorial Park.

The family would like to express their appreciation to all those who visited and supported Mrs. Shirley during her declining health.

Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.