Shirley T. Poel
January 17, 1936 ~ December 8, 2019
ROCKY MOUNT - Shirley T. Poel, age 83, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2019. Born in Anderson County, SC on January 17, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Frank Thrasher and Lula Patterson Thrasher. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Marvin Gene Poel; brother, Eugene Thrasher; sister, Juanita T. Person; and brothers-in-law, James Daniel, Oscar Pearson and Edgar Couch.
Shirley worked in the accounting field as a bookkeeper for over 45 years. Shirley touched the lives of so many people and will always be remembered with love and kindness. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. Most of all, she was a most wonderful friend, and her heart and spirit will forever be remembered.
Shirley leaves behind to cherish her memory, sons, Tommy Livingston of Neeses, SC and Stan Livingston and wife, Michelle, of Irmo, SC; daughter, Lynn L. Baker of Holly Springs. She is also survived by grandchildren, Michael McKee and wife, Stacia, Clif Livingston and wife, Nicole, Matt Livingston and wife, Lyndsay; and great-grandchildren, Kayla McKee, Molly McKee, James McKee, Lydia Livingston, and Abigail Livingston; sisters, Millie Daniel-Tate, and husband, Ray and Frances T. Couch; sister-in-law, Lorene Thrasher; and many nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, December 13, 2019 at 1:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park Chapel on the Hill Mausoleum with Rev. Carlton Cockrell officiating. A visitation with the family will follow in the Chapel.
Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made in Shirley's memory to St. Jude Childrens Hospital, 501 St. Judes Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Rocky Mount Memorial Park Chapel on the Hill Mausoleum
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Friday 12/13, 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
A visitation with the family will follow in the Chapel.
Service
Rocky Mount Memorial Park Chapel on the Hill Mausoleum
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Friday 12/13, 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, December 13, 2019 at 1:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park Chapel on the Hill Mausoleum with Rev. Carlton Cockrell officiating.
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park Chapel on the Hill Mausoleum
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Friday 12/13, 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, December 13, 2019 at 1:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park Chapel on the Hill Mausoleum with Rev. Carlton Cockrell officiating.
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Friend, neighbor, and also co-worker — I will always remember Shirley as a very special lady who enriched my life with her friendship, always welcoming smile, and genuine kindness. I will miss her.
What a special lady you were! You were a very dear friend to me and you will be sorely missed!
In memory of Shirley T. Poel, Sandra Alford lit a candle
Our Peterson family has lost a dear family friend , Shirley Poel. Shirley, will always remain fond in our hearts and memories sharing so many special times as early as my my childhoods days, family gatherings, Christmas visits with my Parents and brothers, and so much more our family has cherished with her being in our lives. Shirley’s contagious laughter, joy for life; her love for her family and loving heart were always a part of our fond meetings as she also met my was a part of my children’s lives now as young adults, Sarah & Berkeley Peterson. Shirley truly was an elegant, Southern lady both gracious in her love for friends and family. She will be dearly missed. Know our hearts will be with you at her Memorial Service as you honor her beautiful life.
In memory of Shirley T. Poel, Denise Medlin lit a candle
Lynn,Stanley and Tommy I was saddened to hear of your Mother’s passing. Your family is in my prayers. Steve Coggins