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Shirley Johnson Obituary
She was born March 18, 1935, in Benton, to Carl Dwight and Kathleen Smothers Johnson.
She retired from IDOT after more than 30 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Jacqueline Johnson.
Survivors include sister, Buzzie Johnson Smith and husband, Chuck, of West Frankfort; niece, Jackie Smith of West Frankfort.
A memorial service will be at a later date.
Union Funeral Home in West Frankfort is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences of sympathy may be made at www.unionfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Johnson
September 21, 2009
I knew Shirley all of my life, as did my children. Shirley lived on Hill Drive, renting her apartment first from my parents, and then my husband and me. Shirley is sorely missed. We cannot believe we will not see her again. I cannot share all of my memories as some are too painful to do so, but I will always remember talking with Shirley on her balcony when she would come out for a breath of fresh air. She always wondered how each and every family member of mine was. She would often bring me something special from a restaurant that she had just been too, and we most often traded with each other, a sample of a new recipe. It was because of Shirley that we went to some really good eating establishments, as she always knew of the best ones. We got to spend some holidays with her, as when it was my turn to host, I would ask her to come over and be with us. We had some very nice times together. I will miss her very special birthday and Christmas gifts, as Shirley always bought me the sweetest things. I will not know what to do now that I have no Shirley to give wine, cheese and crackers too at Christmas time. Going to the Cheesekeeper in Belleville was special to me, to pick out her favorite cheese (Havarti). That is all I can say for now, except that Shirley was one of the most lovely, classy gals I have ever known. Unassuming, thoughtful, pleasant,kind, animal lover. We miss and love you Shirley. Leigh, Jeff, Jim and Jerry Bonifeld
September 17, 2009
I worked with Shirley at IDOT from 1970 until retirement. She made every day a little better then the last. She was always pleasent and will be sadly missed by many of us at IDOT.
John Fritsche
Mary Kay Moser(Foraker)
September 17, 2009
I remember Shirley as a wonderful lady, colorful story teller and a great co-worker at IDOT. My sympathies to her family and friends.
September 17, 2009
Shirley was a close friend to my mother, Bernice Penny, The two of them, along with Cleda Lombardo would all get together at my parents home, and the laughs would be flying.
We remember her wit and her sense of humor. She will be deeply missed.
The William and Bernice Penny Family, Caseyville, Illinois
JOHN WINNING
September 16, 2009
I MET SHIRLEY WHEN SHE CAME TO WORK AT IDOT IN FRENCH VILLAGE. AFTER WE RETIRED I LOST TRACK OF HER, WE ALWAY'S HAD GOOD TIMES TOGETHER.
Shirley Price-Everding
September 16, 2009
Deepest sympathy to the family. Shirley was the most beautiful girl in the BCHS class of 1953.
David Walker
September 16, 2009
Shirley was a wonderful lady, a great friend, and a great co-worker. My deepest sympathy to family and friends. Shirley is deeply missed by those at IDOT who love her.
Jim Shockley
September 15, 2009
Buzzie,
Many years ago I remember when your family resided just behind the Shanks store in Benton. Shirley was in my high school class of 1953. Shirley always had a pleasant smile and a great personality to go with the smile.
May she rest in peace with the Lord and her big smile will be a beacon to all in Heaven.
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