Shirley Ann Blair, age 80, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia. Shirley was born on September 12, 1945, to the late Delia Pennington and Willis Greene.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 50 years, Reese "Butch" Blair; her son, Reese "Todd" Blair; and her grandson, Reese "Dustin" Blair; her siblings, Zana Coots, Bessie Pennington, Madge Pennington, Dude Pennington, Junior Pennington, Bill Pennington, and Wanda Pennington.

She is survived by her daughter, Shannon Tucker and husband Bill; grandchildren Dylan Blair (Leanna), Lauren Rowlett (Bobby), and Jayden Blair (Cherish); her cherished great-grandchildren, Lakyn and Beckam Rowlett, and Caleb, Katelyn, Hunter, Harper, and Hayden Blair, who were a great joy in her life; her sisters, Marcella Douglas and Betty McKnight; along with many extended family members and dear friends who loved her deeply.

Shirley was a devoted Christian, a loving wife, and a deeply cherished mother and grandmother. She married her high school sweetheart, Reese "Butch" Blair, in October of 1963, and together they built a life rooted in faith, family, and hard work. Side by side, they owned and operated Blair's Service Station, where Shirley faithfully served as the bookkeeper, supporting their family business with dedication and pride.

Her faith guided every part of her life. Shirley was a longtime Sunday School teacher at Sandhill Baptist Church, where she had a special passion for teaching young children about Jesus. Prior to moving to Georgia, she was a faithful member of Lewis Creek Pentecostal Church, where she spent many years worshiping and serving alongside her church family.

Shirley was known for her infectious smile, gentle spirit, and unwavering love for her family. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, devotion, and kindness that will live on through the generations she nurtured and loved so deeply.

Visitation will be Thursday, January 29, 2026, in the chapel of the Tri City Funeral Home beginning at 12 pm until the funeral hour.  Her funeral will be at 2 pm with the Reverend Ron Oplinger officiating. Interment will follow at the Monte Vista Cemetery in Cumberland with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

Tri City Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Shirley Ann Blair