Shirley Williams, lovingly known as “Granny Shirley”, 88, of Barlow, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Life Care Center of La Center. Granny Shirley was born on February 3, 1937, to Henry and Esther Pool.

There are not enough bourbon barrels in Kentucky, a bathtub big enough to hold the tears, or dynamite strong enough to compare to Granny Shirley. She was so loved and had a spirit and sass like none other. God really did break the mold when he made her. At 5 feet tall and less through the years, she was something unmatched, and she would tell you about it too!

Granny Shirley worked hard throughout her life at multiple occupations because she enjoyed so many different things in life. She’s built bridges, carpentry, made shoes, lamps, guns, and even stole a porta-potty

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