By Edgar on June 14th, 2017

    Funeral services for Shirley Lawrence Britt, 65, of Many were held June 11 at Calvary Baptist Church with the Rev. Cyle Clayton and Bro. Bob Allerdyce officiating. Burial followed in the Progress -Cumberland Cemetery, Pleasant Hill. She was born Tuesday, March 4, 1952 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi and passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at her residence in Many. A beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend anyone who knew Shirley knew that her love for her family was unconditional. Her world revolved around her three boys and would always brag about their recent accomplishments with the biggest smile on her face. Along with her sons, she had a deep love for her five grandchildren. Her last days were spent caring for her grandchildren, her treasured mother and all of her animals that she loved so dearly. Her love and affections carried over in to the field of education. A life-long educator, she worked at Many Elementary for 30 years. She continued to educate children about Jesus and his love for them by working at Calvary Baptist Church in the nursery. Shirley was one of the most selfless and big-hearted women the world has ever known. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Muriel Britt and father, Robert Eugene Lawrence. She is survived by her sons, Jody E. Britt and wife, Lori, of Many, Chad W. Britt and wife, Jill, of Pleasant Hill, and Lee Britt and wife, Micala, of Many; mother, Mary Lene Lawrence of Many; sister, Marilyn Nichols and husband, Mike, of Many; brother, Gary Lawrence and wife, Becky, of Minden; grandchildren, Madeline Britt, Emily Britt, Brennen “Jake” Britt, Caleb Britt, and Isaac Britt; along with a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers were Jody Britt, Chad Britt, Lee Britt, Jake Britt, Caleb Britt, and Rick McConnell. Honorary pallbearers were Isaac Britt, David Barnhill, Joe DeBose, Doyle “Popcorn” Scaife, and Bubba Britt. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Gideons International or to Calvary Baptist Church Nursery Fund. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.warrenmeadows.com