June 18, 1931 – October 13, 2024
Marlow, OK
Shirley Maureen Sellers, a lifelong resident of Marlow, OK, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on June 18, 1931, in Marlow, she was the loving matriarch of a joyous family, a dedicated educator, and a faithful servant of her community.
Services will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, October 21, 2024, at the Callaway-Smith-Cobb Funeral Home, with Rev. Ron Maxwell officiating. Burial will follow at the Marlow Cemetery, all arrangements have been entrusted to the Callaway-Smith-Cobb Funeral and Cremation Services. Visitation will be on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at the Callaway-Smith-Cobb Funeral Home from 1:00 PM- 8:30 PM.
Known for her kind heart and faith-filled spirit, Shirley dedicated her life to nurturing both the minds and souls of those around her. As a respected secretary and school registrar at Marlow Public School, she touched the lives of countless students and colleagues with her friendly disposition and unwavering support.
Throughout her life, Shirley found strength and solace in her deep Christian faith. She was an active and beloved member of the 1st Baptist Church Marlow, where she served as a children’s Sunday School teacher, a vacation bible school teacher, and a Falls Creek counselor. She also enjoyed connecting with her sorority sisters in the ESA Gamma Phi sorority, sharing in fellowship and service.
Shirley had a zest for life that was evident in her various interests. She was passionate about genealogy, spending many happy hours tracing the roots of her family tree. Shirley was also an enthusiastic member of the Marlow Alumni, frequently engaging with fellow graduates and contributing to her alma mater’s legacy.
Her family was Shirley’s pride and joy. She is survived by her loving sons, Ricky Lynn Sellers and his wife Jody, James Robert Sellers and his wife LeAnn; her devoted daughter, Rhonda Sellers Hensley and her husband Jesse; her cherished grandchildren, Bobby Gardner, Ryan Gardner and his wife Emma, Tyler Sellers, Natalie Sellers Deboer and her husband Josh; great-grandson, James Gardner; and her dear cousin, Claudette Burch.
She was preceded in death by her father, Asa Taylor, mother, Leatrice Lynn Taylor Mangum, stepfather Dowell Mangum, her beloved husband of many years, Bobby Nick Sellers, and her brother, Asa Dillon.
Shirley’s legacy is one of unwavering love, dedication to her family, and service to her community. She will be remembered as a guiding light, a steadfast friend, and an exemplary figure of compassion. Her memory will continue to inspire all who were blessed to know her, and her contributions to the lives she touched will never be forgotten.
