Shirley Sundgren Braswell was born September 6, 1941 in Minneapolis, Minnesota and passed away on September 16, 2020 in Hoover, Alabama. Shirley was the daughter of Delver and Evelyn (Hansen) Sundgren. Shirley was the mother of “one perfect child” (Shirley’s words) Wynn Braswell Glass. She was the grandmother to Andrew Charles Glass (Amy Wilson), Evelyn Rachel Glass (Tony Canterberry) and Mary Elizabeth Glass (Mason Holt).
Shirley worked as a buyer for the Jefferson County Purchasing Department until she retired. Shirley always joked her role as a buyer was “selling drugs and dealing in stolen property”.
After her retirement, Shirley took pride in caring for her grandchildren. She made sure she attended any and all band and sporting activities that her grandchildren participated in. Distance was never a consideration when it came to being supportive of their endeavors.
Shirley was member of Shades Mountain Bible Church where she taught Awana and developed life long friendships.
She was an active member at Shades Crest Baptist Church where she donated her time and her car to be used by anyone who needed a ride for any reason.
Shirley was a fashion trend setter by having colorful eyeglasses that went with any outfit! Being colorful didn’t stop at her clothing. She was a very talented water color artist as well. Her quick wit with one liners could make you laugh until you cried.
We are forever grateful for being allowed the privilege of basking in her light.
Celebration of Life services will be held on Monday September 21st at Shades Crest Baptist Church 452 Park Ave
Hoover, Al 35226 Visitation 10:00 a.m. with service to follow at 11:00a.m.
In lieu of flowers the family has asked for donations to be directed to Shades Crest Baptist Church - missions. Shadescrest.org/give