of Leslie, AR
September 28, 1937 - September 25, 2023
Shirley Sue Casey, age 85, of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this life on Monday, September 25th, 2023 at her home. She was born in Buena Vista, Tennessee on September 28th, 1937 to Grover Jackson Joyner Sr. and Ila Nell Brinkley Joyner. She married the love of her life, Elton Lewis Casey on October 1st, 1955. To this union was born four children, Jeff, Melinda, Cathy and Jody.
In her lifetime Shirley had several interesting jobs. She was a telephone operator in Memphis, where often on her break she would walk down the street and listen to Elvis Presley record his songs. After moving to Arkansas, she worked as a meter maid for the Little Rock Police Department. Shirley later graduated from Arkansas State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. She then started her career of 39 years as Center Director and teacher at the Leslie Headstart Center. Many children passed through those doors. She loved all the children and their parents. Shirley was a member of the Leslie Baptist Church. She loved gardening and raising flowers. She enjoyed sports, especially the Razorbacks. Shirley loved her dear friends and neighbors, Mitzi, Ed and Garfield.
Survivors include her three children, Jeffery Louis Casey of Breaux Bridge, LA, Melinda Sue Ragland of Marshall and Catherine Leigh Truax (Ray) of Panama City, FL; seven grandchildren, Jason Ragland (Carrie), Tiffany Horton (Brent), Mark Casey, Josh Casey (Christy), Crystal Angelle, Jacob Casey (Gabriel) and Ethan Truax; twelve great-grandchildren, Allison Teague (Nathan), Natalie Ragland, Kaelyn Horton, Asher Horton, Bailey Vice, Alyssa Casey, Brille Casey, Carter Casey, Conner Casey ,Cooper Casey, Skylar Russell and Gabriella Angelle; two great-great grandchildren, Evelyn Seaux and Rowland Vice and one on the way; one brother, Charles Joyner and three sisters, Joyce Hutchinson, Boo Johnson and Wren Campbell.
Shirley is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Ila Nell Joyner; her husband, Elton Lewis Casey who passed away in 2002; one son, Jody Casey and three brothers, Stanley Joyner, Grover Joyner and Buddy Joyner.
Graveside services for Shirley will be 2:00 PM Thursday, September 28th, 2023 at Kuykendall Cemetery in Leslie, Arkansas with Bro. Jason Ragland officiating. A visitation for Shirley will be held 11:00 till 12:00 PM Thursday morning preceding the graveside service at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas. Bearers will be Josh Casey, Jacob Casey, Mark Casey, Nathan Teague, Brandon Housley and Brent Horton. Honorary bearers will be Ray Valverde, Eric Yeager, Mike Truax and Ethan Truax.
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22 Condolence(s)
Brenda Lewis
Thursday, October 5, 2023
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was a dear friend of mine and I loved our trips together to Kansas City to see our children. She was a very special person.
Scarlet King
Friday, September 29, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet mother! She was loved by many.
Paige Smith
Thursday, September 28, 2023
So sorry for your loss. She was one of my Headstart teachers and one of my girl's teachers. She was also a Headstart sub when my granddaughter was in Headstart! My prayers are with you all!
Melba (Ford)Milholland
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Lots of memories of times shared with kids and husband's being friends
Jennifer
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Sorry for ya'lls loss, She was a nice Lady. She was My Headstart Teacher. I remember her a little bit from that. Prayers for all The Family.
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Kids, I'm very sorry for your loss of your mom. Shirley was a good friend of ours for many year's. She and your dad were great people
Sam Passmore
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
So sorry to hear this loss. Prayers for family and loved ones.
Shirley J Drewry
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Melinda and family, so sorry for your loss. May God's love comfort you during this difficult time.
Roger and Sherri Ragland
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
We are so sorry. Prayers for you all.
Eddie and Pam Cannada
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Our deepest sympathies to the family. Shirley was such a sweet lady.
Prayers for Gods comfort.
Tim & Lisa Parks
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for God’s peace and comfort during this difficult time. ðŸ™
Donald and Jeanette Flowers
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are very sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort you.
Roger L Massey
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Shirley was a kind and loving person. Prayers for the family.
Diane Holliman
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Such a sweet lady, I always enjoyed visiting with her. Prayers for the family.
John massey
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Sorry for the family’s loss prayers
Shawna Jolly-Wilbanks
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Mrs Casey was such a kind, sweet lady who always had a kind word and smile to offer. I appreciated all those years she taught, took care of and loved all our children in Headstart! She will be missed by her former students and community. To her family…I am so sorry for your great loss and I will be praying that God sends His peace and strength to you all during this most difficult time of grief. Love and hugs!
Pat Halsted
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Always such a nice person....prayers of peace and comfort for your entire family.
Patsy Treat
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
My condolences to Shirley’s family. I have many fond memories of our Head Start days. She was a sweet wonderful lady and will be missed by all who were blessed to know her.
Karen Hutcherson
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Family.. I'm so very sorry for your loss. No doubt she was ready to go home. I have good memories of her and I can hear her laugh now! Prayers for each of her family members in the days ahead. Her family and friends will miss her here.
Dorotha Parks Treece
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
To the family of Mrs. Casey, So very sorry for your loss. She was so loved by all the kids ( now adults )at Leslie.
John and Kay Branscum
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Praying for her family during this sad time. She was such a sweet person to know and we always enjoyed our visits with her. She was a wonderful Headstart teacher for many. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Bridgett (Mills) Cronk
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
So sorry to hear this, she was such a sweet and funny lady. It was wonderful to know and work with her. My deepest condolences to the family.