Shirley C. Pierce, 68

Shirley C. Pierce, 68 of Orlando, FL passed away Monday, January 25, 2016. Mrs. Pierce was a native of Bartow, Florida and had been living in Orlando for the past 20 years but always called Orange Park home. She was a homemaker later in life but worked as a business travel agent and served as president of EWI (Executive Women International) in the 1990’s. Because of health reasons, Shirley was unable to attend church like she wanted but was able to watch the First Baptist Church of Orlando by T.V. Shirley leaves many friends both in Orlando and Orange Park.

Mrs. Pierce is survived by her husband of 50 years, H. T. Pierce, two sons, Tim (Chantal) Pierce and Mark (Sally) Pierce, four grandchildren, Sarah, Brian, Luc and Cole and her uncle and aunt Gene and Betty Alderman.

Graveside Services will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, January 30, 2016 in Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery with Rev. Keith Coward and Mr. August Chasey officiating.   Mrs. Michelle Munley will be singing.

Arrangements are under the care of Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge Road, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. Family and friends may share their condolences at: www.RHRFH.com 904-284-7720

The picture selected for her obituary was one her husband has carried in his wallet for years