Fern D. SHAW

SHAW, Fern D. - age 88, of Flushing, passed away peacefully at her residence on Sunday, May 12, 2013. Services will be held 3:00 PM Saturday, June 1, 2013 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 MIller Rd., Swartz Creek. Elder's Betty Parsell and Margaret Filer officiating. Burial immediately following at Flint Memorial Park, Mt. Morris. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Saturday from 2:00 PM until time of service. Those desiring may make contributions to McLaren Hospice. Fern was born February 17, 1925 in Flushing. She married Eugene R. Shaw March 9, 1951 and he preceded in death September 21, 1988. She was employed by the Flushing Observer. She was a life member of Montrose Order of Eastern Stars #351 and was a former member of the Flushing Order of Eastern Star. Fern also was a Cub Scout Den Mother. Surviving are: 4 sons, Charles and wife Patricia "Dolly" Shaw of Midland, TX, John and wife Janelle Shaw of Texas City, TX, Merril "Mombo" and wife Sherry "Bear" Shaw of Flushing, and Collin Shaw of Harrison; 18 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Bonnie Dinan and Audrey Zarasula both of Bay City; several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Ella Davis and 3 brothers. Online tributes may be posted on the obituaries page at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com