Photo courtesy of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel - Saint Joseph
Saint Joseph, Missouri
Nov 13, 1943 – Jan 3, 2025
Shirley (Danner) Wilson, 81, St. Joseph, MO; passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025 at Mosaic Life Care.
Shirley was born on November 13, 1943 in St. Joseph, Missouri, to the late George and Flossie (Weese) Danner. She was a 1961 graduate of Lafayette High School.
Mrs. Wilson was a devoted homemaker and owned and operated her own home cleaning service.
Shirley enjoyed crafting and made several afghans for family and friends, but her greatest joy was attending and supporting her grandchildren in their various activities.
Shirley married James E. Wilson on August 26, 1961 in St. Joseph, Missouri, he preceded her in death on March 11, 1985.
In addition to her husband and parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her son, James Wilson and four brothers, Richard, George, Joseph and Larry Danner.
Survivors include her two daughters, Sondra Simmon (Bill) and Diane Sonner (Matt); nine grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Beverly Lewis and Marvella Clinton (Don) and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends 5:00 to 7:00 PM Friday, January 10, 2025 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Private Family Graveside Service and Interment at Allen Cemetery, Gower, Missouri.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the donor's choice.
Read MoreShe was a kind and gracious lady. We had lots of laughs and good times while she lived here at Pickett Place. I will miss you. R.I.P. Shirley.
Linda Gentry
January 11, 2025 | St. Joseph, MO | Friend
Rest in peace Aunt Shirley! Enjoyed our conversations we had on Facebook
Robert Danner
January 09, 2025 | Olathe, KS | Family
Sondra - my condolences to you and the rest of your family.
Tom Holder
January 07, 2025 | Starkville, MS | Friend
My dearest Shirley. Your love had no boundaries and I will miss you so very much. You were like another mother to me and you held a very special spot in my heart and still do. May you rest in peace with our Heavenly Father. I will forever remember you and will always love you! Prayers to your family!
Glenda Madsen
January 07, 2025 | Manvel, TX | Friend
Sondra and Diane and families, I am very sorry to hear about your mom. She always held a special place in my heart along with your dad. I loved them both so very much. Praying for all of you.
Susan Wilson Robles
January 05, 2025 | Wichita, KS | Family
My condolences to Shirley’s family. I went to high school and graduated with her!
Gloria (Jordan) Pusateri
January 05, 2025 | Saint Joseph, MO | Classmate
She was a warrior, may she rest in peace! Sorry for your loss.
Shirley (Danner) Sanger
January 05, 2025 | Lacombe, LA | Family
Sending love and prayers to you and your family Sondra. Your Mom was such a sweet lady. Rest in peace Shirley.
Kathy Ingrim
January 05, 2025 | St Joseph, MO | Friend
RIP Aunt Shirley.
Bud Danner
January 04, 2025 | Family