of Byhalia, MS
May 10, 1946 - October 27, 2023
Shirley Norvell passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023 at the age of 77. She was born to F.H. Drake and Ledia Moody in Malden, Missouri on May 10, 1946.
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Ronnie Drake; husband, James Norvell and son, Kenneth Mattson.
Shirley is survived by her daughter, Melissa and son-in-law, Richard McCulley of Byhalia, MS; 3 grandchildren, Taylor Moorhead of Jacksonville, NC; David McCulley of Byhalia, MS and Lindsay Thompson of Brandon, MS; 2 great-granddaughters, Alexus Thompson of Houston, MS and Michaela Thompson of Brandon, MS.
Shirley enjoyed gardening and just being outside. But most importantly, she enjoyed spending time with her family.
The family expresses deep and special thanks to the nurses, one in particular, Kat Tru, who provided such compassion and support during Shirley?s last few days. And also, special thanks to Bro. Danny Allen of New Prospect Baptist Church for his compassion during this time.
Visitation only (no service) will be held at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Memphis, AR on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 from 5:00 pm ? 7:00 pm.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to New Prospect Baptist Church, 310 MS-305, Olive Branch, MS 38654 or St. Jude Children?s Research Hospital, Memphis, TN.