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Aug 4, 1935 - Feb 9, 2026
Condolences from Nenningers in Texas and Oklahoma! Wished to been able to make the trip to celebrate Aunt Shirley's life. I consider it a blessing to be part of the Hoefer clan! Many great memories!
Charles Ray & Karen Nenninger
February 21, 2026 | Marshall, TX | Family
I am so sorry for your loss. I would talk to her forever whenever she came to the bank. I thought the world of John as well. Great Family!
My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you.
Kelly
(Rockwood Bank)
Kelly Bonner
February 21, 2026 | Hillsboro, MO | Friend
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Jacki
February 19, 2026
So sorry for your loss. Would have loved to attend the service but timing not working out.
Judy Stawizynski (Horton)
February 19, 2026 | Sunrise Beach, MO | Friend
We’re so sorry to hear of Aunt Shirley’s passing.
We hope all the wonderful memories of her help with the grief you’re feeling.
The Jack Hoefer family sends lots of love and air hugs to all of you during this difficult time.
Elizabeth Hoefer Davidson
February 18, 2026 | Family
Dearest Shirley I’ve known you since I was a little girl. I will miss your beautiful smile and your kind heart. You definitely.made the world a better place. Rest In Peace, your work on earth is done. Sending our deepest condolences to your family.
Darlene & Ken Diekmann
February 17, 2026 | Eureka, MO | Friend
Such fond memories of time spent with the Whitelock family in younger days. Shirley and John welcomed us to Eureka more than 55 years ago, and always made us feel special. Your mom's smile and humor is unforgettable, and we are sorry for your loss. Your family will be especially close in our hearts in the days ahead.
Steve and Teri Cobb
February 17, 2026 | Murray, KY | Friend
To all of the Whitelock family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was always such a joy to see anytime, but especially on Sunday morning playing music with David for church celebration! You knew all was right in the world for another week. I especially enjoyed your mother's easy laugh and quick wit. She always had a smile on her face. She will truly be missed by all! Blessings to each of you.
Susan Krupa
February 17, 2026 | WILDWOOD, MO | Friend
So sorry for your loss. She was a good friend to all of eureka if you needed something done or needed a group to get going she was there God bless you Shirley and your family
Gini McMurray
February 17, 2026 | Beaufort, MO | Friend
Whitelock, Shirley Ann (nee Hoefer), passed away, Monday, February 9, 2026, in Newman, Georgia, with her family by her side. Shirley was born in Doniphan, Missouri to Carl and Mazie Hoefer, who preceded her in death.
After attending Southeast Missouri State she married John L. Whitelock, who preceded her in death after 52 years of marriage. Shirley was the mother of Diane (Richard) Linebarger, Missouri, Cathy (Carl) Callahan, Georgia, Brenda (Terry) Lunsford, Florida, John H. (Pam) Whitelock, Missouri and Julie (Ashley) Whitelock, Missouri. She was a fun-loving grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 10. She was also a sister of Jack Hoefer, Tennessee, Martha Hoefer, Missouri and Rosie Hoefer Smith, Illinois. Shirley was preceded in death by her siblings Frances (Howard) Tooke, Marjorie (John) Thompson, Mary (Bernard) Nenninger, Betty Hoefer and Joe Hoefer. She was also survived by many dear cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Services: Visitation will be held at the Central Baptist Church, Eureka, Missouri, Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. with Funeral service at 12:45 p.m. Interment Washington Methodist Cemetery, Washington, Missouri immediately after the service.
As a service of the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
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