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At Shirley’s request no services will be held.
Shirley Ruth Eaton, age 80, of Flora, Illinois, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at her home.
She was born June 19, 1943, in Xenia, the daughter of Charles Clifford “Cliff” and Freida (Colclasure) Zimmerman. She was united in marriage to Douglas Neil Eaton on September 3, 1966, at North Harter Christian Church, and he preceded her in passing October 12, 2020.
Shirley worked side-by-side with Neil while they owned and operated Eaton Auto Parts. She especially enjoyed being outdoors and tending to her yard, and sharing lots of time with family and friends. Her beautiful smile, marvelous sense of humor, and kindhearted spirit will remain always with those who knew and loved her.
She is survived by 2 sons: Jim (Shelley) Eaton of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Doug Eaton of Danville; 3 grandchildren: Jessica, Parker, and Grant Eaton; 2 great-grandsons: Jaxon and Emory; and 4 siblings: Charlie Zimmerman, Carl (Dana) Zimmerman, Trudy (Rick) Stanford, and Nancy (Steve) Mink.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a nephew: Jacob Zimmerman; and a sister-in-law: Jean Zimmerman.
At Shirley’s request no services will be held. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home. For those who wish, a memorial donation may be made to any charity of the donor’s choice, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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Shirley was such a nice and caring person. So sorry for your loss.
FLY high my friend...you will be missed. Loved you..GO CHIEFS!
So sorry to hear this, my sincere condolences to the family.
So sorry for your loss
Shirley was a wonderful lady. I always enjoyed talking with her. Her smile was contagious.
Miss you my friend and neighbor. Shirley was always there for me my rock and shoulder to cry on. We related about some many things. You will always be in my heart and memories of the good times we had.
We're so very sorry to here about Shirley's passing. Praying for you all to have peace and acceptance.
So, so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. Shirley was a sweetheart and loved by all that knew her!
With love and prayers, Dave Lewis
Rest well cousin Shirley. I remember the fun we had when I was a very young man when I visied you and Neil many times at your home on Valbert street. Neil and Shirley, were my cousins, who always were happy fun loving people. Your smiling face and kind personality will be missed. You and Neil are now back together celebrating the love you both shared for so many years. Condolences to Jim, Doug and family and all the Zimmerman family. Thank you for sharing Shirley with us..
So sorry for your loss. Shirley was a friendly, positive person. I never saw her that she wasn’t smiling. I always enjoyed any time I spent with her. She will certainly be missed. Prayers for the family. RIP Shirley💕
You will be missed so much Love you ❤️ what beautiful soul she was rest in peace firecracker
Oh , I will miss her, loved seeing her when she would come in my shop. She was always so kind. My sympathy to all her family
I am so sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. My prayers go out to her family, especially my friends Trudy and Nancy.
To Jim and Doug, we were sorry to learn of the loss of your Mother. Please know our sympathy is with you at this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss. Condolences to all in the family.
My heartfelt condolences for All, She was a Beautiful Woman with a heart of Gold!!! She came into work Gave me a hug shared our Love you's with that memory I will treasure FOREVER 💕Rest in Peace with your Love by your side. If you ever saw Shirley it was with Neil right by her. Love sent to each and everyone 🌟🙏❤️🙏🌟
So sorry for the families loss. Sending our sympathy to the family.
Sincere condolences to the family. Shirley was a sweet girl and fun classmate in our youth.
Trudy, I am so sorry for your loss. You two were so close.
Doug, Sorry to read this. Your mom always had a smile.
So sorry to read this, Shirley was such a wonderful person, and will be missed. Rest in peace Cuz … our sincere condolences to Jim and Doug, their families, and to all my Zimmerman relatives … Charlie, Trudy, Carl and Nancy.
So sorry for your loss. I loved Shirley's laugh. She will be missed.
My condolences to the family.
She was always so uplifting on our weekly sometimes daily chats as I was out for my walks. I will miss those times selfishly, while she is cheering on with her angels above.
I was so blessed to know Doug and Shirley. They were a special couple in my life, God bless you and your family in their time of loss. My prayers are with.
Shirley was a beautiful soul. Truly one of a kind. Prayers for all of you during this very difficult time.
Thoughts, prayers and hugs!
Shirley was such a sweet and kind person. I am glad that I got to know her while we worked together many years ago. My condolences to the family.
We are so sorry tosee thar Shirley passed away!!! You all have our deepest sympathy!!!
Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
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