Larry and Family,
We were so sad to hear of the passing of Shirley. She was a wonderful person. Family meant the world to her. I will cherish the memories of our family gatherings while growing up and her willingness to host family get togethers in later years. I am so glad that you both made the trip to Illinois and then Tennesse in 2023 to visit with my mom and with us. That was a special time. May God grant you comfort and peace at this sad time.
Dave and I send our love, care and concern.
Shirley Ann Emerson
May 9, 1953 – January 24, 2025
With deep sorrow, it is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Shirley Ann Emerson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother & cherished friend, who peacefully left us on January 24, 2025, after an 8 ½ year courageous battle with lung cancer. She was 71 years old.
Born on May 9, 1953, Shirley spent a lifetime touching the hearts of everyone she met. She shared 50 wonderful years of marriage with her devoted husband, Larry, and was a loving mother to Brian (Holly) & Jason (Jill). Her family was her greatest joy & she was proud to be a grandmother to Meghan, Brayden, Riley, Brooklyn, Henley & Nora, whose lives she brightened with her kindness, wisdom & warmth.
In addition to her husband, children & grandchildren, she is survived by siblings Gary, Mary Jane Nelson, David and Joe.
She was preceded in death by her parents Willard & Luella Braun, brother Jim & grandson Noah.
A celebration of life & burial will be held at The Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls in the spring.
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Larry and family, I want to extend my sincerest, deepest sympathy. Shirley was such a wonderful and beautiful lady. She will be sadly missed.
To one of my life long best friends, it’s hard to say goodbye. I pray for your family. You are now pain free and an angel that will continue doing wonderful things for your family. I will cherish the time we spent at Christmas and all our life time memories. So here’s until we meet again. Love you 💕
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A celebration of life & burial will be held at The Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls in the spring.