Shirley Smith Corbin

1953 ∼ 2016

Shirley Smith Corbin, 62, of Nederland passed away Friday, March 4, 2016 at her residence. Shirley was born May 10, 1953, in Beaumont to the late Harold and Vivian Smith, and lived all of her life in Nederland. She retired from the Southeast Texas Food Bank as a book keeper and a member of the Baptist Faith.

Shirley is survived by her two daughters, Rachel Lindsay of Spring, and Sarah Taylor Rodgers and husband Andy of Nederland; her sister, Melinda Gossage and husband Eddie of South Lake; her brother Derrell Smith and wife Lynell of Nederland; four grandchildren Landon Corbin, Samantha Lindsay, John Lindsay, and Kane Rodgers; and three stepchildren Jeff and Chad Corbin, and Jake Taylor.

A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m., Monday, March 7, 2016 at Melancon’s Funeral Home in Nederland.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Southeast Texas Food Bank.

Condolences

Debbie Cain March 11, 2016
Such good memories I have of Shirley. I remember her as someone who always took care of her family and had a love for life. Sweet lady, who I will miss. Larry and Debbie Cain
Eleanor (Wallace) Lebert March 8, 2016
Eleanor (Wallace) LeBert lit a candle in memory of Shirley Smith Corbin
Dennis Mize March 8, 2016
Rest in peace my dear friend! You will be missed!
Joellen Riley March 8, 2016
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Needa Reed March 7, 2016
Shirley was very generous and a very supportive and loving friend. I will miss her. My prayers for her family and friends. with my sympathy, Mama Needa
Molly Haw March 7, 2016
There are so many memories and stories that it is hard to pick just one. I loved this woman and it is hard to imagine life without her. God called another singer home. May her family find peace in her memory knowing she loved them all.
Jane Barron March 7, 2016
Sarah, so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was always so much fun and we had many good times together. Charlie & Jane Barron
Sharon Wornick March 7, 2016
Rachel and Sara, sweet girls, although I haven't see Shirley in some time, I dearly loved her. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sharon and Gary Wornick
Terry Deering March 7, 2016
Praying for comfort and healing during this difficult time for the family. Terry Deering
Chuck And Pat Royston March 6, 2016
Sweetheart, may you find peace and comfort when you join your loved ones in heaven. You will always be in our hearts. You taught us much. Love, Aunt Pat and Uncle Charles
Barbara Carbaugh March 6, 2016
I am so sorry to see of Shirley's passing. I taught her and her sister an Brother music at Hillcrest Elementary. She was such a sweet girl. I know that all of you will miss her very much. She was a favorite student of mine. The family will be in my prayers and thoughts. Sincerely, Barbara(Palmer)Carbaugh
Vicki Broussard Reigle March 6, 2016
R.I.P. my sweet friend.. You are so missed by so many.. I will miss your never ending smile and the laughs we had together.. I will always remember the goodie bag!!!!!! Love ya.. See you on the other side one day..
Kathy Hatchel Hoskins March 6, 2016
Kathy Hatchel Hoskins lit a candle in memory of Shirley Smith Corbin
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Services & Events

event Memorial Service

location_on Melancon's Funeral Home, 1605 Avenue H, Nederland, 77627
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schedule Monday, March 7, 2016 at 6:00 PM