Shirley S. Breneman, of Chesterfield, Va., died Saturday, December 12, 2015, at age 71. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald D. Breneman; and her sister, Bertie S. Oesterheld.

She is survived by daughters, Susan G. Varnier and husband, Christopher, of Holloman AFB, N.Mex., Julie G. Booth and husband, Tim, of Mechanicsville, Va.; grandchildren, Madison and Stephen Varnier, and Kayla and Allison Kelvin; a devoted step-son, David Breneman of Richmond, Va.; step-grandchildren, Kendyl and Andrew Breneman, and Zachary and Jordan Booth; and her "Bridge Buddies" of 36 years.

Shirley was born August 18, 1944, in Charlottesville, Va., to the late Bernard and Opal Smith. She graduated from Albemarle High School in 1962. Shirley was an avid bridge player and cook, known for her award-winning baked goods.

The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m. on Friday, December 18, 2015, at Woody's Funeral Home on Parham Road in Richmond. A memorial service will follow the visitation.

Memorial gifts may be made to Gentiva Hospice Foundation, 3350 Riverwood Pkwy., Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30339 or online at www. gentivahospicefoundation. org.

Submitted by Allen Carver and Sherman Shifflett.