Obituary - Shirley Mae Guthrie

Shirley Mae Guthrie, 90, born in Culpeper County in 1933, currently of Henrico County, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2024.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Guthrie; her parents, Eddie and Maxine Mills; her siblings, Ernest Mills, Clarence Mills, and Alice Logan. Those left to cherish her memory are her beloved children, Theresa Ward (John), Mary Anne Schensky (Eric), and Charles E. Guthrie; her endearing pup, Skylar; her devoted cousin/bonus daughter, Lisa Cooper (David); her loving grandchildren, Holly Cottoms (Issiah), Cara King (Dwayne), Craig King, Jr., William Guthrie, Kailee Guthrie (Cameron), and Dakota Griffin; her adoring great-grandchildren, Zach, Mady, Amelia, Micah, Dallas, Genesis and Ellie Mae; two sisters-in-law; and a host of extended family and friends.

Shirley was an unforgettable lady; she was tiny, but her presence was enormous. She was strong-willed, witty, tenacious, and had remarkable resilience. She left her mark on all those who knew and loved her. If you were her friend, you were family. Shirley was dearly loved and will be deeply missed. She left behind many stories and treasured memories that will be forever celebrated.

In remembrance of Shirley’s life and love, the family asks that charitable donations be made to The Journey Church Building Fund, PO Box 1567, Culpeper VA 22701: Donate – The Journey Church; or to the Richmond Animal Care and Control: Animal Care & Control | Richmond.