Tributes

Bishop – Shirley Griffis Bishop, age 72, of Keystone Heights, Florida passed away on December 17, 2019 at UF Health Shands in Gainesville, Florida. She was born September 20, 1947 in Williston, Florida to the late Louis Griffis, Sr. and Mildred A. Griffis. Shirley grew up in Raiford and lived in Bradford County for 5 years before relocating to Keystone Heights in 1989. She was a longtime member of Hope Baptist Church who was very crafty and enjoyed making dolls and crocheting. Most of all, Shirley loved her children and enjoyed spending time with them. Shirley is preceded in death be her parents; loving husband of 30 years, Lester “Bobby” Bishop; and sister, Yvonne Robins. Shirley is survived by her children, Cheryl Willingham of Starke, FL, Bobby E. (Annette) Willingham of Lecanto, FL, Christopher Willingham of Keystone Heights, FL; brothers, Louis (Bonnie) Griffis, Jr. and Vincent Griffis both of Starke, FL; sisters, Arlene Cooper and Lillian (Tim) Marsett both of Starke, FL, Marilyn (Leon) Nehring of Reddick, FL; 4 grandchildren, Ashley Willingham, Christopher Willingham, Brandi Willingham, and Kenneth Brenson; 4 great grandchildren; former husband, Lester Willingham; numerous nieces and nephews who she loved very much; along with many friends. A Graveside Celebration of Shirley’s Life will be held Monday, December 23, 2019 at 11 am at Hope Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services and Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel, Starke, Fl. 904-964-5757.

Tributes

Ms. Shirley Griffis Bishop

September 20, 1947 - December 17, 2019