Shirley Mae Haney

Shirley Mae Brown Haney of Cleveland, TN passed away on October 17, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born in Daytona Beach, Florida on January 16, 1938, to John and Grace Brown.

She was of the Baptist faith. She worked in the restaurant industry for over 40 years and retired in 2000 from Collis Foods, Inc.

Shirley graduated in 1956 from Mainland High School in Daytona Beach, Florida. In 1959 she moved to Tennessee to begin a career in restaurant management.

She enjoyed watching the Atlanta Braves and the Tennessee Vols. She loved working in the yard and planting flowers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and three brothers, Ernie Barton, Al Barton, and Johnny Brown.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her Son, Harold (Butch) Ellis of Chattanooga, TN, her daughter, Diannia Haney Melton and husband, Dennis J. Melton of Cleveland, TN.

She is survived by her grandchildren whom she loved dearly, Natalie Ellis (Miguel) of Port Richey, Florida, Logan (Holly) Melton, of Cleveland, TN, and Cooper (Emily) Melton of Washington, DC.

She is also survived by four special Great-Grandchildren, two nieces, one nephew, and her dear friend, Debi Wilson of Ringgold, GA.

She leaves behind two siblings and their wives, Tom (Debbie) Brown of Rock Spring, GA, and Doug (Linda) Brown of Tallahassee, FL.

In keeping with the family's wishes, a private memorial service will be held in Daytona Beach, Florida, at a later date to honor and celebrate her life.

The family sincerely appreciates Bradley County EMS, Bradley Medical Center, Adoration Home Health and Hospice, and Companion Funeral Home for their heartfelt care and kindness during this difficult time.