Shirley Ruth Carey, age 79, of Maryville, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 14, 2020. Shirley worked as a CNA at Asbury Acres for over 25 years. She loved collecting antique dolls and spending time with her grandkids.
Preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Blanche Teffeteller; husband, John "JF" Carey; son, Gary Carey; sisters, Stella Gibson, Gail McClure and Jackie Sue Burchfield; and brother, Jerry Teffeteller.
Shirley is survived by her son, Bobby (Donna) Carey; grandchildren; Jessica (Greg) Cook, Eric (Caitlin) Carey; great-grandchildren, Alden and Easton Carey, Zane and Sage Cook; sisters, Pat Motley and Barbara Rutherford; special sister-in-law, Patricia Gibson; and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Friday, September 18, 2020 from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Sherwood Chapel and Memorial Gardens, 3176 Airport Highway, Alcoa, Tennessee 37701. A Chapel Service will follow at 2:00 PM, with interment taking place at 3:00 PM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.sherwoodchapel.com for the Carey family.