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Shirley Ann Dittmer, 74, of Tomahawk, WI, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025, at her home surrounded by loved ones. Shirley was born April 11, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Joseph and Ann (Frederick) Legan. She was united in marriage to Thomas Dittmer on September 11, 1996, in Tomahawk, and he preceded her in death on October 29, 2022.
She cherished her time with family, her pets, and was a devoted fan of the Chicago Bears. Shirley was known for her big heart, larger-than-life personality, she cared deeply for her loved ones and others.
Surviving are her daughters, Carrie Flint, Irma; Kristen Flint, Tomahawk; Jessica (Eric Greil) Dittmer, Tomahawk; son, Jason (Ariel) Flint, Washington; grandchildren, Darius Hubbard, Sequoia Smedbron, Kiona Smedbron, Justinian Flint; and Gabriella Ulrich. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Thomas; brothers, Edward Leganski and Skippy Leganski.
Private family graveside services will be held on Monday, August 18th at Prairie Rapids Cemetery.
Online condolences for the family my be directed to www.nimsgernfuneral.com
Krueger-Nimsgern Funeral & Cremation Service is assisting the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
101 North Second Street, Tomahawk, WI 54487

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