M.F. Riley's Funeral Home | Fairfax, SC

Obituary For Shirley Ann Youmans

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We have gathered today to celebrate the life of a beautiful mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend who has found rest with Jesus. In His own way, and for His own purpose, God, our Father, called the Spirit of His beloved, to be with Him throughout eternity on Monday, February 8, 2021.

Shirley Ann Allen Youmans, the eldest daughter of Deacon David Allen and the late Betty Jean Smith Allen, was born on June 2, 1955 in Hampton County, South Carolina.

Shirley graduated from Ridgeland High School in 1973, and continued her studies at Columbia Commercial College of Business in Columbia, South Carolina. Shirley moved on to live in Washington, D.C. to work for the Federal Government before relocating back to South Carolina to live and work within the Federal Government in various roles and Hargray Communications for over 16 years. Shirley had a passion for learning and was highly accomplished earning several certificates of continued education. Shirley was never a stranger to hard work. Even after retiring, she found joy in working with the Lowcountry Council Governments Office and serving Padgett Branch Baptist Church in different capacities.

Shirley accepted Christ at a young age. She joined Padgett Branch Baptist Church and was an active member serving on the choir and assisting with administrative tasks.

Shirley was blessed with three children, Maurice, Calvin, and Tonisha whom she expressed great pride in to anyone that would listen. She enjoyed visiting and spending as much time with her children, grandchildren, and family as she could. In recent years, she found love and companionship in a special friend, John Darien, whom she cared for dearly.

She loved listening to music, traveling, cooking, working on various craft projects, watching HGTV and DIY programs, and spent as much time with loved ones as she could. Shirley was known to give her last to someone without hesitation. She was a strong and proud woman that led with love. Her contagious spirit, giving soul, and loving personality is why she will be missed most by those who knew and loved her.

She leaves to cherish her loving memory, her three children, Maurice (Stacie) Allen of Atlanta, GA, Calvin (Terri) Allen of Charlotte, NC, and Tonisha (Deon) Jacobs of Columbia, South Carolina; her grandchildren, Chi'nyere Jackson and Kaydian Allen of Charlotte, NC, and Jaxson Jacobs of Columbia, SC and a special friend John Darien of Ridgeland, SC.

She is also survived by her father, Deacon David Allen of Ridgeland, SC, her siblings, Dedrick (Patricia) Allen of Vallejo, CA, Kelvin (Felisa) Allen of Ridgeland, SC, Anita (Jerry) Spells of Pembroke, GA, William (Darrett) Allen of Atlanta, GA, and David Dwayne Allen of Atlanta, GA, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Services will be held Wednesday, February 17th, 1:00 P.M., at Padgett Branch Baptist Church; Rev. Henry Youmans; Officiating. Interment will follow in the Rock Spring Baptist Church Cemetery.

Calling Hours will be held Tuesday, February 16th, 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M., at Padgett Branch Baptist Church.

IN LIGHT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC (Coronavirus)*** (no gathering or lingering in large groups). Once you view and sign the registry book, please exit to give others the opportunity to view.

Family and friends are gathering at the home of Ms. Youmans located at 238 Morgan Dollar Road, Ridgeland, SC.

Please remember to keep the Allen and Youmans families lifted in prayer.

You may email condolences to: mfrileysfuneralhome@yahoo.com

Guest Book

Our condolences to the Allen Family. God has her now, RIH.

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Our condolences to the Allen Family. Praying for all for we all grew up on the same road between Cosawhatchie and Gillisonvile. God bless Smith, Charles & Siblings

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Our condolences to the Allen and Youmans family from the Mass choir. Rest in peace. You will truly be missed. Ruthie Furman and member's.

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Shirley will be missed. Family, God will give you strength to go thru this. Will be praying for you.

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With Deepest sympathy to the Youmans family. I'm praying with you and for you at this sad time. Rest in Heaven Shirley Ann Youmans. From Mary Ella Smith-Sherman of Riverdale, Georgia

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Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember our dearly departed. We are honored and blessed to have known Shirley. We extend our most heartfelt condolences. Debi Allen and Amber Chase

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We're beyond saddened to learn about the passing of Ms. Shirley Ann Youmans. Calvin, we love you, and we're equally praying for your entire family. Please know that we're here to assist and serve in any capacity. While the journey ahead will be long and sometimes tiresome, please know that you will not be alone. I've walked with you for eighteen years, and I'm praying for 108 more. I love you with everything I have; and I'm so sorry. Love & Light. Bro. Adrian H. Scott: C/o The Scott Family - Honea Path, SC

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I'm praying that God comfort Calvin and the Allen family as only He can. Melanie B. Hoskins

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Our deepest sympathy to the Allen and Youmans family. Our Sister will be deeply missed. Pearlie Brantley & Elnora Newton (Christian Sisters)

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Sending my condolences and prayers to the family of Shirley... Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not healer. RIH Shirley ~~~~~ Franklin & Ethel Darien Small

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My cousin was always a good hearted and sweet soul. You will be missed on this side. Stay strong family - We Love you all! John & Marlene Smith

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My thoughts and prayers are with the family God bless you all love your cousin Lenora Smith-Belton

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My thoughts and prayers 🙏 are with the Allen Family!

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With deepest sympathy, love and peace from your cousin Elizabeth Smith Wiggins. My heart is in pain for the family. Love you so much.

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Condolences to my family, love You all. From Clarence and Carol Witter

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Your beautiful light shines on through your wonderful son Calvin T. Allen and family! Rest with GOD Ms. Shirley! You blessed this earth with one of my favorite people. Your legacy will live on! Sending prayers and love to the Allen family. Love Sheena

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Sending my condolences and prayers to the family of Shirley.There is no sorrow on earth that Heaven cannot hear..SIH

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Praying for the Allen family from the Brantley and Terry family.

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Condolences to Allen and Youmas family our prayers are with you Dea. Hubert and Carolyn Smith

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My condolences to the Allen Family of Gillisonville, SC. Praying for the family

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The White family of Beaufort, SC, offer our condolences for a warm and friendly person as Sister Youmans. Pastor and First Lady Henry M. White.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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