Photo courtesy of Shafer–Perfetti and Assalley Funeral Homes – Taylorville
Jun 8, 1939 - May 1, 2015 (Age 75)
I've known Shirley for years being a member of the Credit Union. She was always pleasant to talk to. And had some good laughs. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Randie Meade
May 08, 2015 | Springfield, IL
Shirley always brightened the room when she arrived. She will be missed by many. Our condolences to the family.
Dick &Ginger Rush
May 07, 2015 | Springfield, IL
I met Shirley in Riverton and what a dear hearted, wonderful, beautiful lady!!!! I have very fond memories of her always!!!!
Teresa Valencia
May 06, 2015 | Springfield, IL
Shirley touched so many people's lives. She helped me through some very rough patches in life. She will be missed by many. Keeping family and friends in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Joyce Gerhold
May 06, 2015 | Springfield, IL
Thoughts and prayers being sent to the family during this difficult time. God Bless.
Ben & Barb Stillwagon
May 05, 2015 | Springfield, IL
I met Shirley at Gowin Parc while visiting family there. I always enjoyed talking to her and she was a kind and beautiful person. My sincere sympathy goes out to her family and may she be at peace now.
Donna Stone
May 04, 2015 | IL
I am so sorry for your Ron. I use to be married to Denny Faugust and Shirley and I would see each at the Eagles in Spfld. I believe I meet you there one night when Bill and I had Johnny Faugust out for fish. She will be missed by all of her family.
May 04, 2015
Shirley J. O'Brien Bialas, 75 of Riverton passed away at 10:35 AM on Friday, May 1, 2015 at Gowin Parc in Taylorville. She was born on June 8, 1939 at Taylorville the daughter of Herschel and Elinor (Vangiesen) O'Brien. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; Sister, Joan Jelley and her brother, Daniel O'Brien.Shirley retired in May 2010 as President and CEO of Financial Partners Credit Union. She served as director of the Illinois Credit Union League from 1994-1999 and chairwomen of the Credit Union Annual Meeting in 1997. She was a member of the Eagles Club in Riverton and the Red Hat Society. She enjoyed playing golf and fishing.Survivors: Longtime companion, Ron Flynn of Riverton, IL; Daughters, Renee (husband, Art) Paine of Morrisonville, IL and Gayla (husband, Robert) Gudgel of Girard, IL; 6 grandchildren, Eric Paine, Chad Paine, Shevon Wilson, Rachael Gudgel, Krystle Horner and Jessica Gudgel; 6 great grandchildren; Several nieces, nephews and cousins.Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at Shafer-Perfetti Funeral Home in Taylorville with Rev. Dayle Badman officiating. Burial will follow at Kettlekamp Cemetery in Nokomis. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 10:00 AM until time of service at Shafer-Perfetti Funeral.Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer's Association, 2309 West White Oaks Drive, Springfield, IL 62704.Shafer-Perfetti Funeral Home in Taylorville is in charge of arrangements.
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