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Official Obituary of

Shirley M. Sinks

February 25, 1940 ~ June 17, 2023 (age 83) 83 Years Old

Shirley Sinks Obituary

Shirley Margaret Sinks, 83 passed away peacefully at her home in Bradyville after a brief illness with her husband and children by her side on Saturday, June 17, 2023.  She was born in Chicago, IL., the daughter of the late Paul West and Margaret Dieball West.

She is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Allen J. Sinks, her son, Gary (Desiree) Sinks of Woodbury; beloved daughter, Lory Sinks Koch of Murfreesboro, grandson, Wesley Koch of Clarksville;

Her brothers Paul (Gloria) West and John (Rita) West and nieces and nephews, Sue Baltrus, Ellie Tungett, Steve West, Brian West and Matthew West.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Sinks was preceded in death by her brother James West; father and mother in law Jesse (Anne) Sinks; sister in law, Charlene (Edmond) Sakalys, nephews, David Sakalys, Rob Sakalys and Paul West, Jr.

She was a homemaker and enjoyed gardening, antiques, furniture refinishing, home decorating, and her many pets especially, Mindy & Daisy. She was also a girls youth softball coach.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to “Preborn” (an ultrasound service).  https://give.preborn.com/preborn/media-partner-brandstar? sc=BSGV0223WB&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gad=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhIvK7cTB_wIVkTHUAR0m4g3-EAAYAiAAEgKAUfD_BwE

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences and memories for her family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net 

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