Shirley Ann Taylor

1938 - 2025

Shirley Ann Taylor
Born: October 10, 1938 in Homer, IL
Died: June 21, 2025 in Dixon, IL
Shirley Ann Taylor, 86, of Dixon, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Liberty Court Assisted Living & Memory Care, Dixon, IL. During her professional career, she worked for the Dixon Highway Department, Dixon High School, and in the Circuit Clerk's office prior to her retirement.
Shirley was born, October 10, 1938, in Homer, IL, the daughter of Opal (Brandon) Burton. She married the love of her life, Larry Taylor, on December 21, 1957, in Homer IL. Larry preceded her in death on September 10, 2020. The couple moved to Dixon in 1960 when Larry accepted a position with the Dixon Public Schools. Eventually, Shirley also joined Dixon Public Schools working for the Assistant Principal at Dixon High School, and her responsibilities included overseeing the Hall Monitor program. She loved this part of her job, since she liked getting to know and working with the students.
Shirley was a member of First United Methodist Church in Dixon and participated in various bible study groups at the church. She was also a member of the Phidian Art Club and volunteered at KSB Hospital for many years. She enjoyed painting, gardening, and spending time with friends and family.
Shirley is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Ann (Stephen) Welborn of Kildeer, IL; two grandchildren, Taylor Marie Welborn, currently living in London, U.K., Mia Grace Welborn of Kildeer, IL; two sisters, Carol Krukewitt, and Marlene Schaumburg, both who live in Texas.
Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Larry, her mother, Opal Aileen Burton, as well as two brothers-in-law, Charles Krukewitt, and Bill Schaumburg.
Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until the funeral service at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at the Preston-Schilling Funeral Home, Dixon. Reverend Timothy Mitchell, pastor of First United Methodist Church, Dixon, will be officiating. Entombment will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Dixon.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.
Arrangements were completed by Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.
Condolences may be sent to www.prestonschilling.com.