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Shirley Margaret Christopher Anderson, age 90, was born on December 3, 1934, in Arlington, Texas, to Henry C. and Lometa Christopher. Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025, and has now gone to be with the Lord. Shirley’s family moved to San Antonio when she was just 6 months old. At the age of 12, they relocated to Dallas, Texas, where she attended Highland Park High School. They returned to San Antonio during her senior year, where she graduated from Jefferson High School in 1952. She continued her education at The University of Texas at Austin, where she graduated in 1956 with a degree in Home Economics. She was a sister in the Delta Zeta Sorority. After graduating, she became a lifelong member of P.E.O. On January 28,1956 Shirley married Joe White Anderson at Woodlawn Methodist Church, where she was a dedicated member until joining St. Mark’s United Methodist Church. Three years later, they became members of University Methodist Church, where Shirley remained a faithful member throughout her life. She was active in the Builders Sunday School class, served on the Administrative Board and various committees, and represented the church as a Conference delegate for many years. Shirley especially cherished her time with the Covenant Bible Study Group on Wednesday mornings. Shirley embarked on a 26-year career in education with the San Antonio Independent School District, teaching at Lanier High School and later at King Elementary. She took a six-year break during this time to care for her children. In 2005, Shirley moved to Boerne, Texas, though she remained a member of University Methodist Church. She had a deep love for her family, particularly enjoying the addition of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She created many cherished memories with them in Port Aransas and Estes Park, Colorado, where they had a summer home. Shirley is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Vicky and Keel Wheless; her son, Todd; her granddaughters and their husbands, Kay Lynn and Adam Rodarte, Shannon and Elton Jensen, Carrie and Robert Schloemer; her grandson, Austin Wheless and his wife Mallory; 9 great-grandchildren: Caden, Devin, Ashtyn, Kinsley, Annabelle, Cortland, Dax, Monroe, and McCoy (due in March!); two brothers-in-law and their wives; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and special friends. A memorial service will be held on February 17, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. at University Methodist Church, with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to University Methodist Church or to a charity of your choice. For personal acknowledgement, please sign the online guestbook at www.missionparks.com in the Tributes section. MISSION PARK FUNERAL CHAPELS NORTH 3401 CHERRY RIDGE DR. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78230

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Shirley M. Anderson

December 3, 1934 - February 10, 2025