Shirley Ann Wainwright passed away on February 3, 2026 at the age of 77 from natural causes.

Shirley was born on May, 16, 1948 in Bennetsville, SC to Eugene Ross Board and Nellie Gause Board. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Ron Wainwright ; her children; George Barnes (Heather), Ashley Schweberger (Brian) and Richard Wainwright (Emma); her sister Dianne Board Gaddy and brother Donald Board (Beth); her grandchildren Hayden Barnes, Quincy Barnes, Bishop Wainwright, Hampton Wainwright, Lorena Couto, Griffin Wainwright, Chandler Wainwright, and Miles Wainwright. She is also survived by her nieces, Cindy Gaddy Parrish (Jay), Krista Wainwright Bass, and Hayley Harris (Brad).  Gone but not forgotten nephews, Anthony Wainwright and Justin Wainwright.

Shirley made friends and family everywhere she went. She also had a great love for animals, yard work, gardening, travel, and spending time with family and friends. She constantly went above and beyond for everyone that she met. She loved to help not only people, but animals as well.

Shirley was and will continue to be loved greatly by many.

In Lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please donate to SPCA Alliance of NC, 604 Palmer Street, Tarboro, NC 27886, phone number: 252-813-1114

Family will receive visitation Friday February 6, 2026 from 6pm to 8pm at Carlisle Funeral Home Tarboro, NC and followed by memorial service Saturday February 7, 2026 at First Baptist Church Tarboro, NC at 11am.