Shirley Bair

SHIRLEY MARTIN BAIR
EDINBURG - Shirley Martin Bari, 80, passed away on April 14, 2016. She was born July 7, 1935 to James Boyd and Margaret Martin, and the oldest of six siblings. Shirley lived in Edinburg all of her life where she graduated from high school, married her high school sweet heart, and raised her family of four children.
Shirley was a homemaker, owned a balloon business, and also the first entertainment director for Alamo Country Club. She was known as a caring, giving, sweet, loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all who knew her. Her creative spirit inspired those around her through her painting, sewing, arts & crafts and gardening. Shirley was someone you could count on to listen. She had a wonderful sense of humor with an infectious laugh that brought smiles to everyone around her.
Shirley was a devoted member of the First United Methodist Church in Edinburg where she tirelessly worked on numerous committees, church projects and many other charitable causes. Her selflessness and strong faith carried her through many trials and tribulations, all the while remaining positive and appreciative for all the blessings she had throughout life.
Shirley is survived by her loving husband, Dwayne; and her four children, Steve Bair, Scott (Linda) Bair, Joni Bair and Julie (John) McDonald. She is also survived by her siblings, Darrell Martin, Sandra Green, Kenny Martin, and Debbie Kuehn; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandsons. She is preceded in death by her parents, James Boyd and Margaret Martin; and a sister, Linda.
Memorial service will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 23, 2016, at First United Methodist Church in Edinburg, 3707 W. University Dr. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church's Shoe Bank or Prayer Garden or to any other charitable organization of your choice.
Funeral services are under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home in Edinburg.