Shirley Tempel Hines, age 88 of Wytheville, VA peacefully entered the presence of the lord on June 30, 2025, at her home. Shirley was born on July 28, 1936, in Elk Creek, VA to the late Fred Bailey and Clara Banks. She was a devoted wife of 40 years to the late James (Bo) Hines of Wytheville, VA; a loving mother, aunt, granny and a caring friend to many.

She was preceded in death by her brother Fred Davis Banks and sister Katherine Horton, both of Wytheville, VA. She is survived by her beloved half brother Fred Bailey of Marietta, GA, a loving son Rickey Davis Hines of Wytheville, VA, a loving daughter Danita (Richard) Johnson of Wytheville, VA and a loving bonus son, Kenneth Horton of Bristol TN, a loving bonus daughter Jackie Horton of Marietta, GA.

Shirley adored her three grandsons, wives and bonus granddaughter, Dr Richie (Rebecca) Johnson of Wytheville, VA. Josiah (Kortney) Johnson of Yorktown, VA. Nathan I. Johnson of Wytheville, VA, Felicia K. Horton of Marietta, GA. Shirley cherished her two great grandsons, Winston & Daniel Johnson, and her great granddaughters, Elianna Grace Johnson all of Wytheville, VA and Sariah Frazier of Marietta, GA. She leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Shirley Hines was a woman of deep faith and was devoted to her church family at First Church of Wytheville which began in the living room of her home. She was an active member from the start until she was no longer able to get around. Her life was a testament of love, generosity and faith in God. Shirley visited the sick and shut-in in homes, hospitals and rest homes taking them food or a Bible scripture to cheer them. She was also well known for her good cooking, and she continued to cook and entertain family and friends especially during “Home Coming” the 3rd Sunday in August every year, if you are familiar with this, can you help us with a resounding “Amen”. Her devotion to God, food, hospitality and laughter brought joy to gatherings both big and small. She had a passion for decorating and crafting and enjoyed quilting with her friends. In her younger days, it is said she was a woman with a “Mahalia Jackson” voice and was often invited to various churches blessing them with her anointed gift of singing.

Everyone who met her became part of her extended family-She lovingly adopted so many as a brother, a sister, a daughter, or a son in spirit and her favorite thing to say after someone told her they loved her was, “I love you more.” Shirley’s legacy of kindness, warmth and unwavering love for life has truly impacted on everyone she encountered; with fond remembrance, she will be greatly missed.

Funeral service will be held 11 A.M. Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the First Church of Wytheville on Franklin Street conducted by Pastor Richie Johnson, with interment to follow in the West End Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 A.M. until service time. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.grubbfueralhome.com

Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.