Shirley Yowell

Shirley B. Yowell, 78, of Boonesville, passed away on March 19, 2018. She was born on September 6, 1939, and resided in Albemarle County for the majority of her life. Shirley was an avid reader, an enthusiastic shopper (shop until you drop!), and loved playing the slots. She also enjoyed softball, volleyball, and bowling. She retired after thirty years of service from the UVA School of Continuing Education.

Shirley is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Paul W. Yowell. Shirley’s family was her world. She was so proud of her three beautiful daughters Kimball Maynard, Kathy Rohm, and Kristina Pitts, and loved them with a passion. Her love extended to her wonderful sons-in-law Gregory Maynard, Jeffrey Rohm, and Rob Pitts. She cherished her three handsome grandsons and their wives Brett Michael Maynard and his wife Olivia, Andrew Paul Maynard and his wife Brittany, and Austin Rolla Rohm. Her three princess granddaughters, McKenna Annette Rohm, Grace Marie Pitts, and Anna Elizabeth Pitts were the apple of her eye. She was their biggest fan and cheerleader. Shirley had three great-granddaughters Brynn McKinley Maynard, Reese Caroline Maynard, and Ella Lee Maynard who brought much joy and laughter into her life. She is also survived by a special sister Brenda Fielding, sisters Eleanor Thomas and Tina Bartley, and numerous nieces, nephews and relatives. Her close friends Wanda Rasnake, Sharon Miller, Betty Loving, Joyce Pattison, and Brenda Miller held a special place in her heart. She was predeceased by her parents, brother, and a beloved niece Sheri Ann Ford.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Bruce Campbell, Dr. Francis Ansa, and nurses Felicia Martin, Victor Somers, and Troy White, as well as the other doctors and staff that cared for her during her stay at Martha Jefferson Hospital.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 23, 2018 at Chestnut Grove Baptist Church in Earlysville at 2 pm. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 22, 2018 from 6 to 8 pm at Teague Funeral Service in Charlottesville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to CureSearch for Children’s Cancer, c/o Team AnnaStrong at 4600 East West Highway, Suite 600, Bethesda, MD 20814.