Shirley Peecher, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on October 23, 1928, in Leesville, Louisiana, she dedicated her life to nurturing her family and faithfully serving the Lord. Shirley will be remembered for her gentle, kind spirit and the joy she found in being surrounded by her family and friends.
She also enjoyed spending time in her yard where she tended to her numerous plants and flowers. Her green thumb was matched only by her commitment in feeding the wide variety of wild birds that visited her yard. She loved to feed the birds, but the squirrels… not so much.
As a devoted member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Nederland, Texas, Shirley volunteered as a Sunday School teacher for more than 20 years. She demonstrated care and love to her young students, sharing the word of God and creating lasting memories for all who learned from her. She also volunteered numerous hours at the church’s mission, Camp Takula, working to enhance and maintain the camp property. Her profound commitment to her church and community exemplified the values she cherished deeply.
Above all, Shirley's greatest joy came from her family and friends. She is survived by four of her six children: Debra L. Peecher; Lisa P. Kachel, and her husband Victor; Robert A. Peecher; and Karen P. Tolley, and her husband Shawn. Shirley's legacy continues through her nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren, all of whom were graced by her warmth and love.
Shirley was predeceased by her beloved husband, Robert Franklin Peecher, and their two daughters, Sharon Evans and Linda Cornell.
A visitation to celebrate Shirley's life will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, followed by a funeral service at 2:30 PM at Melancon Levingston Funeral Home, 1605 Avenue H, Nederland, Texas. A graveside service and interment will follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches, Texas.
Shirley's spirit will forever be remembered as one that welcomed everyone into her home and made them feel like family. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of those who knew her and were touched by her beloved kindness.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Fellowship Church Mission for Camp Takula. Donations can be made online at https://fellowshiptx.churchcenter.com/giving/to/missions — please select “Camp Takula” from the dropdown menu.