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Obituary For Shirley Lee Wynn
On July 23, 1951, Shirley Lee (Rhodes) Wynn was born in Greene County, Georgia to the late Bill Rhodes, Sr., and the late Essie (Stephens) Rhodes. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Jerry M. Wynn Jr., her sister, Mary Frances Rhodes; her brothers, James David (JD) Broomfield, Bill Rhodes Jr., and James (Pookie) Rhodes.
In her early years of life, she joined Mount Enon Baptist Church and later attended Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, where she served and attended faithfully until her health declined. She served as a primary Sunday School Teacher for many years, YDP director, as well as, sung in the Church Choir.
Shirley was educated in the Greene County School System and graduated from F. T, Carry High School in 1969. After graduation, she went on to further her education at Albany State College, where she received a B.S. degree in Psychology. Upon returning to Greene County, she started her teaching career working with students with special needs. She continued her education by obtaining a Master of Education degree from the University of Georgia. Shirley served as a teacher for 34 years in the Greene County School System, receiving many awards and accolades. After retirement, she transitioned to politics, serving as the first Black Female City Council Member serving for 20 years.
She was a member of the Greene County Retired Education, The Order of Eastern Stars, and a founding member of the Lake Oconee Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated.
She was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, exceptional sister and aunt, a kind loving soul and a good friend.
On Monday, April 14, 2025, Shirley was called home to eternal peace, She leaves to cherish her memories two sons: Jamel T. Wynn (Jermica} of Danielsville, GA and Carlos M. Wynn (Kesha) at Statham, GA.; four granddaughters: Taelor, Oliviyah, Iyana and Londyn; one sister, Evelyn (Glenn) Wright of Greensboro, GA; four sisters-in-law: Joyce C, Rhodes of Brunswick, GA, Nettle Mae Wynn of White Plains, GA, Annie (Ulysses) Smith of Athens, Georgia, Julia (Ricky) White of Greensboro, GA; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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My prayers and condolences to her family. She was a beautiful soul.
I am sorry for your loss. Keeping you lifted in prayer.
I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. I have many special memories of Shirley as my teammate and friend at UPE! She was truly an amazing teacher and sweet friend. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
A beautiful angel has entered heaven take your rest now Mrs .Wynn
So sorry to hear. Mrs Shirley Wynn was such a kind and compassionate person. I worked with her many years ago at Union Point Elementary when i was teaching there. She was always ready to lend a hand and help who ever needed it. She would go out of her way to help you. Prayers for her sons and family members.
I met Miss Shirley through a downtown business where I worked, and she'd often come in and do business with us. She was the sweetest lady, such a supporter of her family, and kind to everyone. I am really sad to learn of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, especially with Y'all, Jamel and Carlos, and your families. Your Mama will be very missed by so many people, so I hope you will know that you have people you can reach out to in your grief when you need us. Much love from Carolyn Wood Cates.
To the Wynn Family, Miss Shirley was a wonderful person. She taught at least one of my sons if not both in school. Always had kind words. Miss Shirley will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers to the Wynn Family.
Jan & David Hallman Josh & Robert Holliday
I am so sorry for your loss!! Hugs and prayers of comfort for the Wynn family during this difficult time!
May the Wynn family find Peace and Comfort in the Lord
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