Shirley Hanks
Feb 19, 2023 – Dec 23, 2011
Shirley White Hanks, 88 of Louisa passed away on Friday, December 23, 2011 at the Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville after an illness.
She was born on February 19, 1923 in Louisa County to Crewson and Pearl White. Shirley was married to Warren Hanks for 68 years. She was preceded in death by her son, Ronald Hanks and three sisters; Phyllis Ann White infant, Inez Markwood and Juanita Adams.
In addition to her husband, Shirley is survived by her daughter Bonnie Castriciano and husband Bob of Wolcott, CT grandchildren Wendy Crossman, Chris Castriciano and wife Carmela of CT, Lisa Hughes of Louisa as well as great granddaughters, Morgan and Kristen Hughes. Survivors also include nieces; Kathryn Markwood of Louisa, Paula Markwood Pippin and husband Jim of Charlottesville and their children Whitney and Logan; nephew Stephen Markwood and wife Kathy of Earlysville and their children Lauren and Andy.
Shirley and her family lived in Mineral for 50 years prior to moving to Louisa. She worked at the Louisa Manufacturing Company for many years.
Shirley was devoted to her family. She enjoyed cooking and sharing her many dishes with family and friends.
The family would like to thank the staff of the Louisa Healthcare Center for her care.
Graveside Services will be held 11:00 A.M. Wednesday December 28, 2011 at Hillcrest Cemetery in Louisa.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Louisa Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1777 Louisa, Virginia 23093.
Warren and Bonnie, I was so sad to learn of Shirley`s passing. I have such wonderful memories of terrific times with all of you – especially that great cooking! Your home is the only place I`ve been served sweet cornbread and buttermilk! Bonnie, I know how proud she was of you and your family. The last time I saw her, her eyes just sparkled when she told me about your family. It`s such a small world too. One of my co-workers at Collegiate lived next door to your home in Mineral. Her name was Emily Bode, it`s Emily Bradshaw now. She has 2 daughters, Taylor and Catherine. Emily and I have been teaching together for 14 years and share Mineral stories every now and then. Please know I`m thinking of you and know that Shirley is free of pain and suffering. She was a wonderful person. Love, Ann
Warren and family, I am so sorry about your loss. Shirley and you were my Dad`s special family members when he was alive. Know that though we do not see each other, you are in my thoughts. I never will forget 42 years ago the end of this month, you singing that song at Daddy`s funeral, School Days all ended”…right name? Would love to hear from you. Hope you are able to sing to comfort youself at this most difficult time. Your voice has blessed my family and for that I am truly grateful. Please call me at 872-3710 if I can be of help in any way. Love and prayers to you and your family.”