August 15, 1963 – November 6, 2026
Michele Barbara Shaver, age 63 of Estill Springs, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Tomahawk, Wisconsin on August 15, 1963, to the late Theodore and Delores (D’Aoust) Cortazzo. Michele worked as a manager in the entertainment industry until the time of her retirement. An avid golfer, she always sported Loud Mouth Golf Apparel when playing. She was a wonderful cook and gardener. She loved frogs, bugs, and her Boston Terriers, as well as driving her Spit Fire (Draco). A loving mom and wife, she inspired her beloved family and friends to reach for the stars. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Barbara Cortazzo; and grandchild, Grey Shaver. Michele is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Joel Edward Shaver; children, Aubry (Mitch) Shaver and Amy (Adam) Trail; grandchildren, Cam (Jacob) Trail, Zach (Kaitlyn) Trail, Edison Bayless, and Maxx (Blaire) Bayless; and brother, Tony Cortazzo. A private family service is planned. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
Source: Moore-Cortner Funeral Home
