Shirley Ann Adams Obituary in Jackson at Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Shirley Ann Adams

Funeral services will be Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 12:00 noon, Autumn Woods Cemetery, 4000 W. Northside Drive, Jackson, MS 39209.

A Time to Be Born Shirley Broadway Adams was born May 8, 1957. She was the baby girl of five children born to the late Hazel and James Broadway, Sr. One brother, Arthur Broadway preceded her in death.

A Time to Confess Shirley accepted Christ at an early age, joining Greater Fairview Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor S.L. Spann. With a love for singing she joined the junior choir under the direction of Lannie Spann McBride.

A Time to Love Shirley was united in holy matrimony on July 7, 1982 to Rodney Adams. To this union, four children were born.

A Time to Reap Shirley attended Calloway High School, Jackson, MS. She was a very hard worker, and was passionate about whatever she did. Shirley worked with St. Dominic Hospital as a nurse’s assistant for 30 years. She eventually made a tuff decision and decided to retire from the hospital, but continued to work for Jackson Public School system as a bus driver. Shirley enjoyed picking up and dropping the kids off at school. She loved them and called them her babies.

A Time to Die Shirley was embraced by Jesus Christ and taken to her eternal home on Sunday, August 29, 2021, at University of Mississippi Medical Center with her husband by her side.

A Time to Mourn Shirley leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, Rodney Adams; one daughter, Jerilynn Broadway of Gulfport, MS; a step-daughter, Rhonda Dixon of Jackson, MS; three sons, Deetrick Broadway and Jermario Adams both of Jackson, MS and Rodney Adams, Jr. of Houston, TX; one sister, JoAnn/Cornelius Heard both of Flora, MS; two brothers, James/Mary Broadway and Larry/Barbara Broadway all of Jackson, MS; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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My greatest sympathy and prayers for God to give strength and comfort the Adams family! My heart is saddened to hear about the passing away of a wonderful person. I was blessed with the opportunity to work with Shirley at St. Dominic. She was a wonderful worker. I had the upmost respect for her and considered her as my friend. . There was many nights that we would talked in between our rounds. I just enjoyed her presence and would always be happy when we worked together. I won't forget her and the memories.

This is not a goodbye but a break from the fight you fought me and mom miss you soo much wish you could could have stayed forever but you told me you were ready to go. You will always be in my heart and on my mind. Love your niece Tammie ❤

Rest In Peace Mrs Shirley! Such a hard worker it is now time for your rest. You will be greatly missed. Condolences to the family.

Sending my Condolences to Adams Family Shirley was my Ex Co Worker at Transportation North Rest Well Shirley

My condolences to Shirley family.I worked with Shirley many years at St.D,she was a great worker and good person.🙏🏽 Alma Jones Allison

My friend, my sister you will be missed rest in the Lord.my condolences to her family.. Margaret Coleman and family.

Sympathy and Prayers for the family! Enjoyed working with Shirley at St. Dominic.

I am so sorry to hear about my sister and friend passing away, I send my sympathy to the family. Oscar J. Marshall

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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