Obituary for Mrs. Thelma May Walters Shupe
Mrs. Thelma May Walters Shupe passed away peacefully on October 24, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Wytheville on February 25, 1935 to the late Robert L and Frances Elizabeth Walters, Wytheville, VA. She is preceded in death by her brother, Cecil Walters; and her daughter, Sherry S. Clark.
She is survived by her dedicated husband of 69 years, Richard D. Shupe; three daughters, Pamela S. Mathena and son-in-law, Jerry Mathena of Fredricksburg, VA; Donna S. Jaccard and son-in-law Jeff Jaccard of Knoxville, TN; and Teresa S. Hash and son-in-law Bobby Hash of Dublin, VA. 12 Treasured Grandchildren who will miss their sweet Memaw; Brad Clark, Chad (Stacey) Clark, Brett (Jessica) Clark, Brian (Melody) Harvey, George M. “Trey” Harvey III, Lance(Kayla) Harvey, Amanda J. (Lance) Marshall, Chelsea (Richard) Kaufman, Joseph (Ashley) Jaccard, Audrey (D.J) Riddle, Lora E. (Benjamin) Davidson and Thomas K. Hash
Great Grandchildren: Payson & Siera Clark, Lexie, Logan, Seth & Gavin Clark, Joslynn, Nolan & Annalise Harvey, Emma Grace Harvey, Harmony & Wyatt Jaccard, Pierce & Elise Kaufman, Dylan Riddle, Claire, Ruth, Hazel Grace, and Luke Davidson
The family would like to thank the wonderful employees of Carilion Clinic Hospice, Dr. Benjamin Davidson and Linda McDaniel who made it possible for us to keep her at home with their little dog, Poppy, by her side.
Her whole life was dedicated to her family and her church. As one of her grandsons wrote “Memaw will always be loved, and live in our family’s hearts forever”. She truly enjoyed time with family and friends and was alway very generous and kind to all.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 pm on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Stevens Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at Stevens Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery.
In lieu of Flowers, donations can be made to First Christian Church, 524 Jefferson Avenue N. Pulaski, VA. 24301
Timothy Walters
October 26, 2019 @ 8:17 pm
I will always remember the visits to her home and how welcoming and hospitable Tootie and Richard were. She will always be alive in my heart and I know how much more wonderful Heaven is now that she’s with the Lord. I look forward to the future when we are all reunited in Heaven.
Brett Clark
October 27, 2019 @ 10:12 pm
I will never forget the many summers I spent visiting her and the gentle loving demeanor she always had with me. I’ve got nothing but love and admiration for this sweet lady. And as many times as she’s tried to help her family replicate her red velvet cake, I’ve come to accept that I’ll never have another that tastes the same or as good. Love this woman.
Lori StClair
October 29, 2019 @ 10:12 am
My Wonderful ‘Other Mother’ and the true Queen of Yard sales! I will be missed more than you could ever imagine.