Obituary of Shirley A. Groves

CANISTEO: Shirley A. “Sue” Groves, 75, of McChesney Rd. passed away peacefully and into the arms of Jesus, Thursday morning Jan. 22, 2026, at her home surrounded by the love and care of her family, following an extended illness. Shirley, who was affectionately called “Sue” was born May 20, 1950, in Hornell to the late Milton C. and Arlowine A. (Plank) Hadsell. Sue is survived by her children Justine Valentine of Canisteo, Jason (Tammie) Charles of Panama City FL, Jesse (Sue) Charles, of Canisteo, Cheyenne (Todd) Grace of Sayre PA and Shelley Coats of Siler City, NC. Her grandchildren are Justin (Jessica), Brandon and Tiffani Churukian, Brittnee (Sam) Warren, Allisa (Kayla) and Derick Abbey, Matthew and Patrick Valentine, Zackary, Destiny, Jacorey, Liberty (Noah) Coats, Joseph (Audrianna) and Caitlyn Crane, Nathan (Andrea) Rhodes, and 20 great grandchildren. Her grandchildren were very special to her. She always made sure to be there for their big moments in their life even if it meant traveling to Pennsylvania or Florida. She worked as an aide with Home Health Care, Inc. of Hornell and for the past few years Sue was a Direct Support Professional with the Steuben Allegany ARC where she supported her grandsons Matthew and Patrick, who will miss her dearly. Sue was preceded in death by her love, Frederick (Rick) on September 28, 2025. They spent the last 30 years knowing what true love is. They built a wonderful life “On Top of the Nob” where she enjoyed gardening, watching backyard birds and being with nature. Sue was a member of the Boyds Corner Bible Church in Jasper where she taught children’s bible study and was a greeter until she became too ill to attend. She especially enjoyed hearing the children sing. Sue will be remembered for her famous Christmas Cookies and special stockings she crocheted for every family member. She will especially be remembered for remaining selfless, gracious and kind. There will be no calling hours or service. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boyd’s Corner Bible Church, 4740 Cty. Rte. 21, Jasper, NY 15855. Arrangements are in care of the H.P. Smith & Son, Inc. Funeral Home in Canisteo.