Shirley Ann Ballard was born May 24, 1953 in Greenville, MS to the late John & Nazareth Ballard. Shirley was baptized January 25, 2004 at Evergreen Baptist Church. Shirley also attended Greater Hinds Street Missionary Baptist Church. On January 1, 2012. She joined Grace Outreach Bible Church. For 12 years, she was a dedicated employee of General Motors. She later moved back to her hometown, Greenville, MS and began working at Lighthouse Casino where she worked until she retired. Shirley enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Her family was her pride and joy. She was a very outgoing person that loved to make people laugh.