Shirley Walker

Shirley Anne Walker passed away Saturday, February 24, 2018 at the age of 89 years and 6 months.  

She was born August 30, 1928 to John C. and Elizabeth M. (Kelly) Powers in Boone, Iowa where she grew up and graduated from Sacred Heart High School. On February 16, 1950 she married Roger E. Walker of Paton, Iowa. They spent their lives together on the farm in Dawson Township where they raised two sons.  

Roger preceded her in death on January 3, 1994. She is survived by her sons, Dennis E. (Rosemary) Walker and Richard W. (Jolene) Walker. She is also survived by four grandchildren, three great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and four sisters.  

Shirley has requested a private graveside service with interment next to her husband Roger in Dawson Township Cemetery. This service will take place at a later date.  

Memorials may be sent to Hastings Funeral Home Po Box 204 Perry, Iowa.

Arrangements are entrusted to Hastings Funeral Home in Jefferson, Iowa.

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