Shirley Lois Todd

Shirley Lois Todd ended her earthly journey on October 4, 2022, she was 91 years young. Shirley was born to Clarence and Ruth Johns Sr in Bridgeport, Connecticut on December 21st, 1930 where she lived and worked until her marriage to Donald Todd in September 1955. They created a home in Fairfield Connecticut where she lived until she moved with her son Jeffrey to Manassas Virginia to be closer to her daughter, Kathy and her family. Shirley worked in a variety of settings including General Electric and Remington Arms on assembly lines. In her later years she worked as a nurse aide, nanny and in retail. To Shirley, family was the most important thing in her life. She was a devoted daughter to her parents, caring for them until their deaths in there 80’s (father) and at 96 for her mother. Raising her 2 children- daughter Kathleen (Kathy) and son Jeffery was her life mission. Whatever she did was for her children. Jeffrey was born with multiple birth defects and despite being told that he would not survive past childhood, through her devotion, grit and determination she advocated for his every need: education, training, health and happiness and Jeffrey lived to the age 40 thanks to her love and dedication. She was also very proud of Kathy becoming a registered nurse. When her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were born, she was there to nurture and love them unconditionally- and also to be sure they got spoiled! Her legacy of family first has passed onto them. She will be dearly missed by all who were blessed enough to know her. Shirley, also known as Mom, Momma Todd, Grandma and Grammy, is survived by her daughter, Kathleen Garrison (Kathy) and son-in-law, James Garrison Jr.(Jim); three grandchildren, Emily Sweeney (husband Peter), Kaitlin Benedict (husband Zachary) and Jimmy (S.O. Lauren Childs); two great-grandchildren, Addalyn and Peter Sweeney 3rd(Andy) Sweeney. Grammy loved them all dearly and always had snacks. She was proceeded in death by her beloved son Jeffery Wayne Todd , two older brothers, Clarence Jr. (Speedy) and Edward as well as numerous aunts/uncles and cousins. She was the last remaining family member of her generation. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Special Olympics organization in memory of Shirley Todd and Jeffery Todd. A viewing will be held at Pierce Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 18th, 2022 from the hours of 4:00 – 6:00 PM. A memorial service will follow at 6 pm.

Shirley Lois Todd

December 21, 1930 - October 4, 2022