Shirlene Tindel Raxter, 52, of Andrews, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at a Murphy hospital.
She was born in Hillsborough County, Fla., and lived in both Andrews and Florida throughout her life. Shirlene was a loving mother to not only her kids, but others that she had looked after.
She was a member of Beaver Creek Freewill Baptist Church where she sang in the choir and served as director of Vacation Bible School.
She was the daughter of June Reece Tindel of Andrews and the late Wallace Earl Tindel, and wife of the late Gary Lynn Raxter, who died Nov. 3, 2020.
Surviving, in addition to her mother, are a daughter, Kaylee Raxter of Andrews; son, Kurtis Raxter of Andrews; two sisters, Sheila Trull and husband Danny of Waynesville, and Sharon Gibson and husband Phillip of Andrews; and many nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were held at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 25, at Valleytown Cemetery with the Rev. Aaron Smith officiating. Pallbearers were Phillip Gibson, Jerry Brooks, Jamie Donaldson, Aaron Smith and Lane Crisp.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in memory of Shirlene Tindel Raxter to American Cancer Society, 154 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC 29615.
Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews, was in charge of all arrangements.
An online guest register is available at www.iviefuneralhome.com.