Shirley Jean Carter

Shirley Jean Carter was born March 16, 1941 to the late Jessie and Ada Carter in Lakeview, Arkansas. She was one of ten children born to this union. She transitioned from this earthly life receiving her heavenly reward September 2, 2026 in Lexa, Arkansas. Shirley accepted Christ as her personnel Savior at an early age at Salem Missionary Baptist Church, Lakeview Arkansas. Shirley united in holy matrimony to Johnny Felton Griggs July 28, 1966 in Arlington, Virginia. To this union one child was born. Shirley was devoted to her church and community. She loved to pray and study the “Word of God.” She was a woman who shard much wisdom and profound advice. Shirley served in the United States Navy. After completing her military commitment, she moved to San Diego, California where she lived for the next twenty years with her husband; Oscar Lee Allen raising their son Stephen. After the death of her husband; Oscar, Shirley returned to her home in Lakeview, Arkansas. She continued her education, completing courses of study at Phillips County Community College, Helena Arkansas and the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas receiving a Bachelor’s Degree. Shirly was gifted with a meek and gentle spirit. Her manor of life was simple. She was diligent with her prayers and the “Word of God.” She enjoyed “Old School Gospel.” A few of her favorites were: “Just a Closer Walk With Thee,” “The Lord Will Make a Way Some How,” “Glory, Glory, Hallelujah,” and Walk With Me Lord.” Shirley is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and siblings; J.C. Carter, M.F. Carter, Freddie Carter, Eddie Carter, Mable Carter, Ruby Lee Carter, Rose Carter, and Beatrice Carter. Shirley leaves to cherish her beloved son; Stephen Allen, a brother; Andrew Carter of Marion IL, and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.