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Shirley Ann Flynt Runnels, 82, of Magee, MS, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2020, at her residence in Magee, Mississippi, with her loving family by her side.
She was born to her parents, James Berlon Flynt and Clarcy Ann Flynt, on July 10, 1938 in Collins, MS. She graduated from Collins High School in 1956.
Mama Shirley, as known by her family, loved to shop. In her younger years she never missed a weekend of shopping and later in life, well let’s just say the home shopping networks loved her. Her love for animals has been passed down through all the generations of her family. Mama Shirley also loved Elvis Presley and sweets. Her loving husband, L.J. kept her in all kinds of sweets their entire marriage.
Shirley met Lawrence Joseph, L. J. Runnels, in 1965. They were married on February 16,1967, in Magee, MS. Together they raised two children; Steven Lee Evans and Kimberly Ann Duncan.
Shirley is survived by one son, Steven Lee Evans (Leigh), daughter, Kimberly Ann Evans Duncan (Tom); four grandsons, Wesley Evans, Ben Womack, Nathan Evans, Heath Duncan; two granddaughters, Brittney Ann Harper, Brittany Whitlock; and nine great-grandchildren.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Sue Pickering; brother, Freddie Flynt and grandson, Spencer Wayne Womack.
A Graveside Service is scheduled for October 30, 2020, 3 p.m. at Sharon Cemetery in Magee, MS. Rev. Bill Poole, will officiate the ceremony.
The family has entrusted Tutor Funeral Home with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Society.
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