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Shirley Talley Obituary
Shirley was born on September 11, 1940 in Denison, the daughter of Cecil and Lucille Cook. She graduated from Denison High School, Grayson County College, and Southeastern Oklahoma State University. She was employed by Pillsbury, Champion Cooler, and Associates Investments. She was a teacher at Sam Houston Elementary in Denison for 12 years. She gave private piano lessons for 10 years. Loving music, she served the Lord as pianist at Parkside Baptist for 43 years, Hyde Park Baptist for more than two years, and Hyde Park Presbyterian for more than three years.
She was a member of Parkside Baptist where she taught Sunday school, directed the children's choir, and served on several church committees. She was an active member of Parkside's Pacesetters group. Shirley enjoyed traveling, attending her grandchildren's activities, gardening, reading, watching her beloved Dallas Cowboys (she shared a birthday with Tom Landry), cheering for Jeff Gordon while watching NASCAR, and most of all, spending time with her family and friends.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Norman Talley of Denison; sister, Brenda Galgan and husband, Michael of Dallas; daughter, Dawn Simpson and husband, Robert of San Antonio; son, Craig Talley and wife, Kristi of Denison; granddaughter and texting buddy, Kaitlyn Simpson "Love you the mostest!" and grandson, Taylor Simpson of San Antonio; and grandson, Harrison Talley of Denison.
She was preceded in death by her father, Cecil Cook and mother, Lucille Cook of Denison.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her name to Parkside Baptist Church, 301 N. Lillis Lane, Denison, TX 75020 or online to Baylor Healthcare System Foundation in the areas of cancer care and research at give.baylorhealth.com
Condolences may be registered online at www.fisherfh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Fisher Funeral Home, located at 604 W. Main in Denison.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Talley
December 27, 2012
Norman & children, she was a classmate and we are sadden. She was a friend and I am sadden.
Our prayers continue for your well being.
Vaughn
Eric Donowho
December 26, 2012
Shirley left such a wonderful mark on my life and I was delighted to see her recently. She was my first and favorite piano teacher starting when i was only 5 years old and helped me develop a life-long talent that has been a blessing now for over 40 years. We should all be so lucky to teach children and develop skills in others that bring joy to this world. The world has lost a truly talented and gifted soul and I'm better for having the pleasure of knowing her.
December 26, 2012
John and I are sorry for your loss. I remember Mrs. Talley fondly. Ava & John Hess
December 26, 2012
Norman, Cheryl & I want to let you know that we ae thinking of you during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you as you face the days ahead. I have fond memories of Shirley & family at Parkside. Love to here her play the piano.
Love - Ruth Ricks Greenbrier, TN
Danny Eads
December 26, 2012
Norman & family, Anita & I would like to express our deepest sympathy to you for your loss. May God comfort you during this healing. Danny & Anita Eads
Sherry Wheeler/Stovall
December 26, 2012
Dawn as my heart breaks for you and your family, I smile at the memories made during our childhood at you home. Thank you Shirley for being a second mom to me and many others. You are loved and will be missed but the memories will always bring smiles.
Nell & Claud Williams
December 26, 2012
Norman and family, we are sorry for your great loss. Shirley and I worked together at Champion Cooler.
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