Shirley A. Woodard of McKinney, Texas passed away December 18, 2020 at the age of 80. She fought a long, tough, courageous battle with cancer and not once did she ever entertain the thought of a “pity party”. Shirley was born on July 31, 1940 to Melvin Franklin Woodard and Opal (Welch) Woodard in Melissa, Texas. She grew up in Melissa and was a graduate of Anna High School in Anna, Texas. She worked for thirty plus years at the original Steffey’s Jiffy Dog Drive-In Restaurant in McKinney and later, at Woods Motel and Restaurant, also in McKinney. After retirement, Shirley enjoyed many hours of reading, watching movies and working word-find puzzles.
Along with the love for her family, Shirley also had a special place in her heart for animals, especially for her cat, Felix, who lived for over 19 years.
She is survived by her sister, Mary E. Woodard of McKinney, Texas; niece, Joy Lynn DeShazo and husband, William of Sherman, Texas; family friend, Patsy Snider of Allen, Texas; and numerous other loving family and friends.
Shirley was preceded in death by parents, Melvin and Opal Woodard; sister, Willie Mae Hays; and brother, Melvin Woodard, Jr.
A graveside service for the family will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at the Garden Pavilion at Ridgeview Memorial Park, 2525 Central Expressway North, Allen, Texas 75013.
In support of our local, state, and federal government including CDC directives and to protect the physical health, safety and well-being of our community, the following are Ridgeview Memorial Parks guidelines. Anyone attending the Graveside Service is to maintain social distancing or may remain in their vehicle. You will be able to listen through speakers set up at the site.
The graveside service will also be video recorded and will be available following the graveside service at TJMfuneral.com on Shirley’s obituary page by clicking on the following link: Celebrationoflife.tv.
A “come and go” visitation will be held Monday evening from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home in Allen. Only a limited number of guests will be allowed to enter the funeral home facility at any one time to maintain social distancing and masks will be required.
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