Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Duncan with Fr The funeral service will be recorded and available for viewing Thursday evening Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the church Memorials may be directed to Duncan Community Hall or the Garner-Hayfield-Ventura High School Vocal Music Department the daughter of Sylvester and Helen (Hrubes) Malek she graduated from Hayfield Consolidated High School Shirley attended Eagle Grove Junior College and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in music and English from Upper Iowa University and sang with Malek’s band and several north Iowa bands She also sang with the house band in The Chart House in Mason City Her travels took her to Europe several times There she taught Middle School Choral music She took Master's Degree classes at Colorado State Shirley was united in marriage to Karl-Heinz Rasche in Fort Lauderdale and worked from Palm Beach to the Keys and in the Bahamas Summers were spent traveling in the motorhome Shirley cared for him in their home until his death in 2001 was an RSVP volunteer and served on the RSVP Executive Council Brent (Amy) Lester and Eric (Kim) Malek; nieces Crystal Malek and Heidi (Mike) Seaberg; and several great nieces and great nephews Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Shirley lived in Newton Falls for most of her life graduating from Newton Falls High School in 1960 1976; they enjoyed the past 48 years of marriage together Shirley worked in the customer service department for Big Wheel (Pamida) in Newton Falls for 25 years Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter Wendy Petrilla of Ravenna and Chrissy McCutcheon of Florida; one son Darrin (Tracy) Hurst of Newton Falls; one sister Sherry Mason of Newton Falls; 12 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren The family will receive friends noon to 1:30 p.m followed by a celebration of life service at 1:30 p.m. A luncheon will follow in the church fellowship hall She will be laid to rest at a later date in Newton Falls Cemetery The family requested all donations be made in her memory to First Church of God Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home Family and friends may view her obituary online or send condolences at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com | https://www.tribtoday.com | 240 Franklin Street SE A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 A.M at Mohr & Becker-Hunt Funeral Home in South Sioux City Visitation with the family will be one hour prior at the funeral home A private family graveside will follow the service Shirley was the daughter of Oscar and Ruby (Jones) Beargeon she took great pride in helping care for her younger brothers and sisters She graduated from Waterbury High School in 1954 and went on to work as a telephone operator in Sioux City for several years Shirley had a deep love for music and dancing and could often be found enjoying evenings at the Tamba in downtown Sioux City and together they built a life on their farm near Hubbard where they worked the land and raised their three children Shirley often reminisced about driving tractors and the stock truck hauling grain to the elevator in town and raising animals—memories that brought her great joy Shirley had a gift for cooking and baking which she shared with everyone she prided herself on making and sharing her delicious baked goods to the county fair where her award winning pies were highly sought after by many Her home was always filled with the warm aroma of fresh cinnamon rolls and bars—ready for any visitor who happened to stop by It was not unusual to hear polka music playing as she danced through her home a reflection of her lifelong passion for music She loved to play the piano and was always eager to waltz Shirley spent many years volunteering at breakfasts She cherished time spent with family and friends and had a knack for making everyone feel welcome with her kind smile and soul-filling laughter No-one left her home without a treat in hand Shirley was preceded in death by her parents Oscar and Ruby Beargeon; her brother Russell Beargeon; her husband She is survived by her children and grandchildren: Ron (Jeanne) Davis of Jackson and their family: Jerod (Jennifer) Davis and Tyler (Kate) Davis; Kathy (Randy) Jessen of Hubbard and their family: Nicholas (Dan) Jessen Isaac Jessen; and Sandy (Larry) Blair of Homer and their daughters: Rachel Blair and Hannah Blair; nine great grandchildren; her siblings: Phyllis (Jim) Cleveland of Jackson NE; Beverly (Gary) Maxfield of Sergeant Bluff NV; sister-in-law: Nancy Beargeon and many beloved extended family members Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church in Hubbard passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday she was the daughter of the late Thelma Thomasson Butler and James Butler She was also preceded in death by her special friend Shirley was a lifelong active member of First Baptist Church in Petersburg She served the church in many ways throughout her life to include teaching Sunday school and she was one of the first women to serve as Deacon She retired after 43 years as a secretary for the Virginia Department of Highways in the Richmond District Shop but continued to work part-time in retirement Shirley will be remembered most for her kindness and her devotion to her family his wife Jeanne Marie and his children Nicholas and Laura; Ashley Miller his wife Lori and children Marshall and Jake A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m followed by interment at Blandford Cemetery The family will receive friends prior to the funeral service beginning at 1:00 p.m donations may be made to First Baptist Church Arrangements are by Williams Funeral Home & Crematory there are no recent results for popular videos Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: I first met Sheila Shirley when we moved to Washington state 20 years ago The city’s Public Works department is inviting public input on a new site plan Jury service is the most likely role residents will have in our justice system More Weather Details Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Eugene and Freeda Underwood Heaton; first husband JoAnn Woodard and Betty Bowers; and many other family and close friends TN and was a 1967 graduate of Central High School She retired from the State of Tennessee Health Department and was a member of Science Hill Church of Christ She also enjoyed crafting and shopping with her sisters Visitation with the family will be Wednesday 2025 from 12:00-2:00 PM at Woodfin Memorial Chapel This obituary was published by Woodfin Funeral Chapel – Murfreesboro. 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You Have Successfully Subscribed to the Newsletter Editorial Inquiries615-807-0805 Advertising Inquiries615-535-4554 All Other Inquiries615-899-2447 © document.write(new Date().getFullYear()); Copyright Rutherford Source Amber Portwood’s daughter is finally reaching out to her — but it’s likely not the message Portwood was hoping to receive Leah Shirley said 'recent online activities' made her put up a boundary between her and her mother “This isn’t meant to hurt you,” Shirley texts her mother in an upcoming episode of Teen Mom: The Next Chapter “but I want to let you know that all these years it’s been my decision to not have a relationship with you and nobody has influenced my decision.” Shirley notes “recent online activities” have put her in a place where she need to “communicate this” in order to put a boundary up between her and Portwood The text message comes on the heels of Shirley opening up about her relationship with her estranged mother to Catelynn Lowell and Maci Bookout on the May 1 episode of the show Leah Shirley recently claimed her mother hadn't seen her in nine months Shirley told Lowell and Bookout she was “done” with wanting a relationship with Portwood due to her being an inconsistent presence in her life and for how she’s blamed her dad, Gary Shirley She also shared she hadn’t seen Amber in nine months and aside from when Amber reached out after Leah was diagnosed with asthma Amber hadn’t attempted to contact her whatsoever “Me and Maci have told her if she wanted to ever have a relationship with you that she needed to start showing consistency,” Catelynn told Leah they’re aware of her issues in terms of being a parent Leah noted it’s “too much” to have Amber come in and out of her life and Leah Shirley insisted Gary Shirley is not to blame for her estranged relationship with Amber Portwood “She tells me that she loves me and hugs me and stuff and I can’t do that,” Leah elaborated and then when you do see me – for purposes of there being a camera in your face – you try to act like you’re the best mom ever.” She said Gary has consistently pushed for Leah to have a relationship with Amber even pressing Leah to invite her to her birthday party — but Amber didn't end up coming Leah Shirley has been vocal about wanting Gary Shirley's wife Catelynn told Leah it was “huge” to see her “setting boundaries” to “protect” her own “mental health and peace” at such a young age Aside from claiming on a TikTok Live she had been pushed out of Leah’s life, Amber went so far as to accuse Gary of sexual assault on the platform in December 2024. “You’re a rapist,” she shared at the time on a TikTok Live. “You’re lucky that you have our daughter. And if you want to come at me for this, because I’ve never told anybody. Not once. I’ve never told anybody…You guys, I’ve kept my mouth shut for 17 years. I went through everything that I went through everything that I could to keep this at bay. Even though other people knew about this, okay?” Teen Mom: The Next Chapter is currently airing on MTV on Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET. Link to XLink to InstagramOpt-out of personalized ads A DIVISION OF MYSTIFY ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK INC Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service People may receive compensation for some links to products and services Offers may be subject to change without notice Ayden………………………It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Natalie Southerland Shirley in the quaint area of Scott’s Store in Duplin County                                            Funeral service will be held Friday at the Farmville Funeral Home Chapel by Rev Jeff Toler.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 6:00 until 7:00 P.M                                            Natalie was the beloved daughter of Barbara Yarbro and Dexter Southerland.  She was preceded in death by her cherished parents Glenn Shirley.  She was also preceded in death by several other dear family members whose memories she held close to her heart                                            In 2015 Natalie married her soulmate North Carolina.  Scott was her partner in every sense- standing by her side through life’s joys and challenges supporting her dreams and sharing her love for grilling gardening at the Shirley Farm and outdoors They affectionately knew each other as “Cornbread” and “Beefsteak.”  More than anything                                            Natalie was a proud graduate of East Carolina University where she earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.  Her passion for helping others led her to a meaningful career in child advocacy where she dedicated herself to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families                                            A devoted sports enthusiast Natalie was passionate about Duke basketball and ECU football.  Her favorite night of the year was the fierce UNC vs when she could be found cheering on her beloved Blue Devils- especially in a house divided as Scott stood firmly in the Tarheel’s corner                                            Natalie is survived by her loving husband Emmarie Bevell; and her very special companion Callie Girl.  She leaves behind a cherished extended family including her uncles: Wayland Southerland (Joan) Elizabeth “Punk” Knowles (Albert) Natalie will also be deeply missed by her many beloved cousins and her dear friends                                            Her laughter was contagious and she had a zest for life in everything she did.  She had a remarkable gift for lighting up any room she entered radiating warmth and joy to everyone around her With an uncanny ability to bring people together Natalie never met a stranger and she created lasting bonds and cherished memories wherever she went                               As we celebrate the life of Natalie and her strength as she battled courageously through her sickness Though she may have left this world too soon her legacy will endure in the hearts of all who loved her  Online condolences may be made at www.farmvillefh.com.  a two-time NCAA hockey champion with Wisconsin is using her experience and education to advocate for mental health awareness and support fellow student-athletes in life beyond the game Grace Shirley still gets chills thinking about it The moments she and her Wisconsin teammates stormed the ice in celebration of their National Collegiate Women's Ice Hockey Championships in 2021 and 2023 were unforgettable Winning those championships alongside her older sister added another meaningful layer to the accomplishments but I still can't put it into words," said Shirley whose alma mater won another NCAA title in March "We won both national championships together The relationships I made with my teammates and all the staff at Wisconsin and it's one I'll be proud of and take with me for the rest of my life." But while her success on the ice was undeniable the pressures of college sports revealed a side of the game that doesn't often make the highlight reel Shirley had everything a student-athlete could hope for where she scored 21 points in four seasons and earned Academic All-Big Ten Conference honors three times "There was a lot of just pressure that I was putting on myself," she admitted Shirley's experience is shared by many student-athletes, according to NCAA research data, especially those in women's sports. In the most recent NCAA Student-Athlete Health and Wellness Study 44% of participants in women's sports reported feeling overwhelmed constantly or most every day Shirley said this weight led her to make one of the most important decisions of her life and reached out to a sports psychologist at Wisconsin — a step supported by the growing presence of mental health services outlined in the NCAA Mental Health Best Practices and  Division I core guarantees the impact of this support far exceeded her expectations but I think ultimately the impact that it had on all areas of my life was pretty outstanding," she said "The small tips about gaining confidence and being able to remain composed in tough situations helped pretty fast but I think more of the long-term stuff was the level of gratitude and being able to wake up every day and go about your life and really care about the relationships and the people behind you are what's stuck with me." Shirley's sessions helped her rediscover balance in her life As she navigated the challenges of balancing academics she found herself embracing a broader perspective on her identity attempting to find a healthy balance between the academic athletic and social domains of life can be difficult utilizing the resources available and working with sports psychologists have had such a positive impact but my overall levels of happiness and well-being," she said "Obviously it's important to be performing well but there's so many aspects of life that are just as important to foster and take care of as well I'm really grateful for all those resources that college hockey has provided me." As Shirley embraced the impact that mental health counseling had on her own life she felt drawn to help others in the same way where she competed as a graduate transfer during the 2023-24 season and began pursuing a master's degree in counseling with the goal of becoming a licensed mental health counselor This pursuit also led her to attend the 2025 NCAA Emerging Leaders Seminar a three-day event in February designed to help young professionals develop leadership skills and explore career paths in college athletics? "I'm really passionate about mental health counseling," she said "It's always been something that I've really found interesting and enlightening Being at the Emerging Leaders Seminar has really helped with this." themed "Lead Like a Superhero: Unleash Your Superpowers," challenged participants to identify their values and understand their unique abilities who had already begun her journey toward becoming a mental health professional found herself drawn to discussions on how counseling and leadership intersect in college sports "We were able to talk through careers within the field of counseling and how that relates to collegiate athletics which is definitely a growing field," she said "A lot of athletes are seeking mental health services and I hope to contribute and help the lives of upcoming student-athletes." Shirley knows firsthand how intimidating it can be to ask for help but she also understands how important it is As she prepares to graduate with a master's degree Shirley is looking not just to the future of her career but to the impact she hopes to make She wants to be a resource for student-athletes struggling with the same pressures she experienced and to help them learn to embrace life beyond sports "I just want to demonstrate a level of empathy and understanding," she said I was someone who was seeking additional services or resources And I want to be that person that can really help and just kind of change your outlook or maybe some of those patterns of thinking I just really want to demonstrate that I'm there for you that I care about you and then I want to be with you as you start this process." As Shirley reflects on her journey — the championships the growth — she said her biggest win has been learning who she is beyond the game "There's a lot more to life than just sport and there's more to me than just a hockey player I'm a daughter and a sister and a really good friend," she said before reflecting on her journey more broadly "Hockey has impacted my life in so many ways and I have nothing but positive things to say about Wisconsin and Providence They provided me the resources and support needed for me to reach my full potential as both a hockey player and as a person."  Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here a resident of Murfreesboro and formerly of Manchester and Columbia she will be laid to rest in Polk Memorial Gardens A visitation will also be held on Monday from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at the funeral home Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements Shirley was the daughter of the late Willie Timothy Stewart and the late Mary Magdaline Swindle Stewart Shirley had a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life A true “girly girl,” Shirley enjoyed shopping and never missed an opportunity to accessorize with jewelry Her beloved doll collection was one of her great treasures Shirley was also a gracious host and an excellent cook who cherished preparing meals for those she loved and had a special gift for making others smile Shirley was a dedicated Christian and a member of Turning Point Church in Murfreesboro She leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter in the hearts of her surviving family: her daughter and Matthew (Sara) O'Field; and her cherished great-grandchildren she was preceded in death by her first husband Terri Dawn Hildenbrandt and Sherry Kay O'Field; and brothers Honorary pallbearers will be Matthew Hicks and joyous spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved her The father of two tells PEOPLE about navigating a difficult coparenting situation with TV cameras rolling Florida and graduated from Buras High School in Plaquemine Parish Shirley retired from Chevron as Operation Assistant after employment of over 20 years Shirley is preceded in death by her husband She is survived by her two sons and daughters-in-law Pascagoula; Christopher Gannon Wooton (Cynthia) Belle Chasse Caleb Wooton (Samantha) and Catherine Wooton (her fiancé and Annie-Clark Rayborn; Owen and Collier Quigley and Oliver Wooton where she will be entombed by her husband and son at Magnolia Cemetery in Apalachicola You may send condolences to her family at www.obryantokeefe.com © 2025 The Plaquemines Gazette resilient person who enjoyed being with family above all else She was the longest living member of Center Emmanuel United Methodist Church She was active in helping to organize and participate in church socials She graduated from Outagamie Teacher’s College in Kaukauna Shirley remained a teacher years after she left the school house and looking out at the wildlife that visited their backyard were avid sports fans and watched as many Milwaukee Bucks Harold (Vera) Peters and Gene (Barbara) Peters She was preceded in death by one brother Donald (Doris) but her memory will live on in the hearts of those whose lives she touched at Center Emmanuel United Methodist Church Closed casket visitation will start at 11:00 a.m Interment will be in Ellington Union Cemetery memorials are appreciated to Center Emmanuel United Methodist Church The family extends its deep thanks to the Hortonville first responders and Police Department Carrie Chapman and the Heart and vascular Institute of Wisconsin about why she can't keep trying for a relationship with Amber New York State Senator Sean Ryan joined partners from Forest Lawn Cemetery and Burchfield Penney Art Center to officially unveil a statue depicting Shirley Chisholm outside of Forest Lawn’s Birchwood Mausoleum Other notable attendees included Congressman Tim Kennedy and New York State Senator April Baskin Chisholm made history as the first Black woman to serve in the United States Congress in 1968 and the first Black candidate to seek a major party’s nomination for president in 1972 and touted herself as “the people’s politician.” While in Congress she advocated for programs like Head Start Chisholm was a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus and the National Women’s Political Caucus. After her retirement from Congress in 1983 Chisholm lived for several years in Williamsville Buffalo native and fellow former New York State Assemblymember Arthur Hardwick The statue was commissioned using state funding secured by Senator Ryan to honor Chisholm’s legacy and convey that women – particularly Black women – are capable of anything It was designed by Buffalo artist Julia Bottoms and cast in bronze by Gareth Lichty Bottoms’ concept was designed to evoke emotion and inspire reflection through a series of elements that reference Chisholm’s life and legacy It features Chisholm standing behind a podium adorned with the seal of the 1972 Democratic National Convention with her hand raised high in the air displaying a peace sign On one side of the podium is a plaque featuring Chisholm’s famous quote: “If they don’t give you a seat at the table bring a folding chair.” Propped against the opposite side of the podium is a folding chair providing a symbolic reference to the quote The statue is the first known statue in Chisholm’s likeness to be completed though others have been announced for Prospect Park and Brower Park in New York City Senator Raphael Warnock and Congresswoman Yvette Clarke have sponsored legislation to bring a Shirley Chisholm statue to the United States Capitol we celebrate Shirley Chisholm as a trailblazer who broke barriers as the nation’s first Black congresswoman and presidential candidate Those milestones inspired millions and are what made her famous but it was her lifelong commitment to using her fame and influence to uplift others that made her such a special person Throughout her career and even after her retirement she was a fearless advocate for the underrepresented and those who sought to follow in her footsteps we were proud to unveil a statue that authentically captures Chisholm’s personality and conveys the philosophy by which she lived every day and everyone else involved with this project for all of their hard work to make this day possible I hope that this statue will stand not only as a celebration of an important figure in our nation’s history but also as inspiration for future generations who will see themselves in Chisholm and understand that anything is possible.” Shirley Chisholm was ahead of her time in her political philosophy; she persevered through the seemingly insurmountable challenges of being the first Black female elected to Congress and first Presidential candidate Her tenacious will to represent the American people helped lay the foundation for Black female elected officials I stand on her shoulders and am incredibly honored to mold her symbolism into a statue right here in Buffalo where she made her home.” “Forest Lawn has nearly 170,000 ‘permanent residents’ including the former congresswoman and her late husband We also are home to 32 other members of Congress When we say ‘Come Home to Forest Lawn’ we mean it for so many Western New Yorkers in so many ways and especially today as we honor the late great Shirley Chisholm who is at home and at rest here now joined by her amazing likeness as sculpted by Julia Bottoms We look forward to welcoming visitors to see this sculpture Many thanks to New York State Senator Sean Ryan for his stewardship and the advocacy of the steering committee to make this a reality.”  Executive Director of the Burchfield Penney Art Center “It is an honor to be involved in the Shirley Chisholm project We are happy that the community can now proudly celebrate Shirley as a Buffalonian we can move forward with her in mind and how we do the work of today.” “Working on this project has been an incredible journey and dreams exist in the footsteps of Chisholm’s legacy Her historic run for president and her overall career in politics spoke to me even as I navigate the fine arts field – a field in which Black women are historically underrepresented ‘If they don’t give you a seat at the table bring a folding chair’ is a focal point throughout the statue and an incredibly relevant message for us all Chisholm’s words ring as true today as they did so many years ago her message remains clear: Dare to achieve beyond the boundaries the world has set for you Her words and her work inspired this statue and my goal is to honor her legacy with it I looked to capture her personality in the details such as her sense of fashion I also remained faithful in my depiction of her likeness and committed to honoring her beautiful Black features I hope this statue sparks conversations and curiosity I hope it reminds people of her connection to our city to embody a bit of her indomitable spirit!” passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday and together they built a home filled with love Shirley cared for countless patients at Alpena Hospital and in a private doctor’s office touching lives with her compassion and kindness Her warm spirit also shone brightly through her active membership at First United Methodist Church Shirley loved the simple pleasures of life and cherished every moment spent with family and friends Shirley’s legacy lives on in her children: Al (Kathy) Brandt David Brandt and Karen (Ron) Fournier; her beloved grandchildren: Stephanie (Tim) Onstwedder and Jason Brandt; and her great-grandchildren: Brayson She is also survived by her brother Jim (Anne) McMillan and brother-in-law Glen Herron She is reunited in heaven with her husband Patrick Brandt Family and friends are invited to a memorial visitation to honor Shirley’s beautiful life on Tuesday at First United Methodist Church from 10 a.m until the time of the memorial service at noon with the Rev Robert Nystrom officiating with a private burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery memorial contributions may be made to Options Pregnancy Shirley’s life was a testament to kindness and faith — and her memory will continue to inspire all who knew her Today's breaking news and more in your inbox Copyright © 2025 Alpena News Publishing Company | https://www.thealpenanews.com | 130 Park Place 2025Shirley PennockOsceolaBy Kale Funeral HomeMay 02 2025 at 12:52 pm CDTExpandShirley Pennock daughter of Warren Millsap and Gladys (Hedlund) Millsap was born February 11 Shirley grew up around Osceola and graduated from Osceola High School in 1952 She worked for many local businesses over the years Shirley was a supporter of the community and followed her boys in their many school activities and feeding and watching the birds and squirrels Shirley was united in marriage to Derschel Duane Pennock on May 12 they were members of the First Christian Church of Osceola and former deacons most recently they attended the LifePoint Assembly Church in Osceola Preceding Shirley in death were her parents Shirley leaves to cherish her memory; husband Brian Huss and his significant other Roxanne Young of Osceola step-grandchildren,Whitney and Haylee Pennock and Steve (Michelle) Wilder as well as other relatives and many friends Funeral services will be held at Kale Funeral Home in Osceola at 2:00 pm with Pastor Chuck DeVos officiating.Shirley’s family will be present to greet friends from 1:00 until 2:00 prior to the services on Tuesday Interment will follow services in the Maple Hill Cemetery passed away peacefully at Accura Nursing Facility on April 27 She was born and raised on a farm north of Prescott Shirley spent years as a secretary for Lennox and later for the Iowa Soldiers Home she resided at The Embers and Glenwood Place The family is eternally grateful to Shirley's beloved nephew Bruce Stevens and family of Des Moines for their love and devotion throughout her life along with life-long friend Jana Mitchem expressed her appreciation for the care and comfort provided by the staff at Accura A special thankfulness is also expressed for the staff of St Croix Hospice for the care and compassion shown to her over this past year LLC | https://www.timesrepublican.com | 135 West Main Street all of whom appreciate the profound impact she had on their lives Shirley was the fourth of five children of George Edward Barlow and Charlotte Louisa Campbell She married Hal Green Taylor on November 9 and two children—Gary William and Robin Taylor Platt We imagine she is having a joyous reunion with them embracing her role as a mother with deep love Her eyes would light up upon seeing loved ones and she never hesitated to offer a tight embrace becoming a Sonoma County Fair First Place winner for her apple pie and bread—favorites she lovingly prepared for her family she provided the weekly sacramental bread for church meetings in Santa Rosa Music was woven into Shirley’s life from childhood she not only taught children to play but ensured her own received musical education funding their lessons with the money she earned from teaching as she served as the Ward Organist until arthritis made it difficult to continue One of her favorite places was Armstrong Redwoods in Guerneville where they would reconnect and recharge beneath the towering trees and games were played until the park ranger signaled their time had come to an end—memories cherished by all who shared in them Shirley managed the family budget with remarkable skill Her children only realized the depth of her frugality after starting their own families Through careful planning and resourcefulness fulfilling countless church callings across all auxiliaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints She further extended her service as a missionary—first to the Philippines and later to Australia—sharing her testimony with unwavering faith She will be greatly missed but forever remembered died Monday afternoon at Maine Health Franklin Memorial Hospital in Farmington and was a 1964 graduate of Winchester High School and they moved to Maine to make their home God bless you all in this time of mourning To the point where we sprung her from the nursing home and she stayed with shirley I love her dearly and she is greatly missed Sending my heartfelt condolences to you Susan and Ronald. my 1st summer babysitting job was for Shirley and Ronald back in the 70’s .First Susan and then Ronald. Your parents were so wonderful to me… treated me like one of there own… had some really great times and memories that will last a life time… I’ll miss seeing and talking to your mom. Susan and Ronald keep those memories close to your heart they will help you get thru the difficult days Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" The Daily Bulldog is a completely free, fully online publication dedicated to covering the wide variety of happenings in Franklin County. We aim for timeliness, for our news to go far, and to be a reliable point of information for local residents. For immediate questions and concerns, please call (207) 778-8146 or email thedailybulldog@gmail.com  Daily Bulldog depends on businesses like yours to support our independently owned community paper and news reporting For information on how to advertise please visit our advertising page or contact us at (207) 778-8146 or thedailybulldog@gmail.com KQED Live EventsPRX Podcast Garage EventsEvents Around the Bay AreaMember Benefits with KQED LiveVideos from KQED LiveWatch recordings of recent KQED Live events FeaturedThat's My WordAn ongoing exploration of Bay Area hip-hop history See Senior Director of TV Programming Meredith Speight’s recommendations from this month’s KQED 9 Watch recordings of recent KQED Live events Support KQED by using your donor-advised fund to make a charitable gift Shirley Weber poses for a portrait at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco on March 8 2023. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)California’s Secretary of State Shirley Weber is speaking out against federal Republican policies and proposed laws she says will disenfranchise voters Weber is the daughter of southern sharecroppers and knows what voter suppression looks like Her grandfather was never given the opportunity to vote and her father didn’t cast a ballot until his 30s after fleeing a lynch mob in Arkansas and moving to California when Weber was a toddler She joins Marisa and Scott to discuss threats to voting rights in the U.S.  To learn more about how we use your information, please read our privacy policy. STAFFAN-MITCHELL ~ CELEBRATING 170 YEARS OF SERVICE ~ 1853-2023 The best way to describe Shirley is that she lived a life rooted in faith She worked for many years in the Saline School System where she touched countless lives through her quiet compassion and dedication She was an active member of East Ovid United Brethren Church for many years She enjoyed volunteering at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility in Coldwater delivering Meals on Wheels and always being the first to lend a hand to neighbors in need Shirley has spent these years patiently waiting to reunite with the love of her life they raised three children: Deb Struble (Jim) Shirley’s love extended to her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren She had a deep love for her Detroit Tigers never missing a game — even scheduling her days around when they would play (You would never want to call her just for a chat during a Tiger game!) Compassionate and non-judgmental Shirley lived her life guided by a strong faith in God and a heart full of grace She often worried more about being a burden than about her own needs Shirley was a model for living a spiritual life — not by preaching but by leading humbly by example — and she will be truly missed by all who had the blessing of knowing her Service details and memorial instructions will be shared in the coming days It is with both heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived that we announce the passing of Shirley Ann Fayard Ferguson as the cherished only daughter of Harold and Alma Fayard From her earliest days growing up on the Point in Biloxi Shirley was surrounded by the love of family and the vibrant energy of a close-knit community—a foundation that would define her warm and spirited nature throughout her life A proud big sister to her “baby brothers,” Larry and Lionel Fayard Shirley’s love for family was evident in every story she shared She delighted in recounting memories of lifelong friends and cousins—many of whom have since passed—keeping their spirits alive with her characteristic wit and infectious laughter Shirley’s passions were as varied as they were heartfelt She remembered fondly her days as a high school majorette at Biloxi High School and the joy she felt playing the saxophone both of which showcased her flair for performance and her creative soul she embraced her faith unwavering commitment Shirley’s unique sense of humor shone through in every facet of her life her acknowledgment of being a “terrible cook,” and her excitement for spring—when she could plant flowers in her yard and watch life bloom anew she found solace in reading and savored the occasional Shirley shared her life with her beloved husband Their enduring partnership was a testament to a lifetime of love Shirley was the proud mother of Leonard and Michele Her legacy of love also lives on in her grandchildren—Jeffery and Cooper—and in the joyful presence of her many great-grandchildren whose visits in her later years brought her immeasurable happiness Shirley’s life was a tapestry of cherished memories She leaves behind a legacy that will forever inspire those who knew her and gentle spirit will remain in our hearts always A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday May 3, 2025 at Pelahatchie Baptist Church There will be a visitation from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM followed by a funeral service at 2:00 PM the family kindly requests that donations be made to Pelahatchie Baptist Church in honor of Shirley’s memory