Shirley Aspas

Esther Shirley Louise Smith Aspas of Birdsnest, VA, wife of late Rev. Paul T. Aspas, went on to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the age of 97. Born on April 23,1928, in Greenlane, PA, to the Late Charles Dalby Lee Smith and the late Esther Frieda Louisa Buehler Smith.

Shirley is survived by her 3 children, Shirley Elaine Aspas Sandifer (Ronnie) of Charleston, SC, Paul Thomas Aspas (Lori) of Lodi, NY, and Candice V. Aspas (Steve) of DeLand, FL. She leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion through her 8 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 9 great-great grandchildren; and many very special nieces and nephews that were dear to her heart.

Shirley was predeceased by her sister, Violet Virginia Smith Callahan Obert (the late Frank Callahan and George Obert) of Birdsnest, VA; brothers, Rev. Edward Lee Smith (the late Dorothy) of Dublin, VA, and Charles Robert Smith (late Marion) of Accomac, VA; niece, Joy Arlene Smith of Dublin, VA; and great-great granddaughter, Penny, of Alaska.

Shirley’s life was devoted to God, Church and her family, she was known for her special cards and delicious dinners and desserts and that beautiful smile, always ready to help out when needed. She was a devoted wife, mother and daughter. Shirley was a caregiver to her parents, mother-in-law, and her precious husband. She was a military spouse and minister’s wife. She had a deep love for her church family as well. Her warmth and generosity, and deep commitment to others will be remembered and missed by all that knew her. A special thank you to Riverside Hospice for their love, compassion and care.

A service celebrating her life will be held Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 2:00PM, at the Community Church of God, 9079 Birdsnest Dr., Birdsnest, VA 23307 with Reverends Tom Kellam and Judith Smith Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Occohannock Cemetery in Belle Haven, VA. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church one hour prior to the service to offer their respects. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Camp Christi, 4704 Roanoke St. Christiansburg VA 24073 or Community Church of God, 9070 Birdsnest Dr. Birdsnest, VA 23307

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doughtyfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements made by Doughty Funeral Home in Exmore, Virginia