Shirley L. Johnson, age 83, of Moline, died Friday, August 22, 2008 at Genesis Medical Center, Illini Campus, Silvis.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 27, 2008 at Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd. 6601-38th Avenue,Moline. Visitation is from 10:00-11:00 prior to the service. Burial is in National Cemetery, Rock Island Arsenal. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Research Association.
Shirley was born September 16, 1924 in Rio, IL, the daughter of Norman O. and Florence E. (Crouse) Johnson. She married Herbert W. Johnson on February 12, 1949 in Moline. He preceded her in death on February 13, 2007.
Shirley was employed at the Moline United States Post Office, as the post master's secretary for 35 years. She was a member of the Moline Gospel Temple, where she was involved in the Sunday School Department. Shirley was also a member of Christian Women's Club, and AARP
SURVIVORS
Brothers Max Johnson Decatur, IL
Quentin Johnson Tucson, AZ
Nieces Joyce Seger Fulton, Il
Laura Bares Tucson, AZ
Linda Thakker Houston, TX
Sheryl Boatz Terre Haute, IN
Nephews Roger Johnson Fulton, IL
Eric Johnson Clinton, IA
Craig Johnson Clinton, IA
Jack Monnier Rock Island, IL
Several other nieces & nephews.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis G. Johnson; 1 brother & 1 sister.
Online condolences may be expressed to Shirley's family by visiting her obituary at www.esterdahlmortuary.com.