Shirley Gilhart's Obituary
Shirley F. Gilhart
Union Grove - Shirley Florence Gilhart (nee: Jorgensen) passed away peacefully at Oak Ridge Care Center on Saturday, June 6, 2009. She was 83.
Shirley was a cherished daughter of the late Peter and Emily (nee: Wood) Jorgensen.
She was born in Racine on October 30, 1925. She remained a life-long resident of this city. Following high school, she married U.S. Air Force veteran, Stuart L. Gilhart at St. John's Lutheran Church in Racine on July 29,1950. Stuart preceded Shirley in death on July 12, 2008.
Shirley was a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker. As family matriarch, Shirley found little time for herself but was an avid bowler and enjoyed an occasional game of Bingo. Family was all-important to Shirley, they were the center of her life, and her devotion to her husband, children and many other descendants will be remembered by those she loved. Throughout her life she was exceptionally close to her late brothers and sisters and remained especially close to her surviving
sister-in-law, Evelyn Jorgensen of Racine.
Shirley is survived by her children, Sherri Tompkins, Shelley Gilhart both of Racine, and Stacy (Susan) Gilhart of Vernon Hills, IL. In addition to her children, Shirley will be deeply missed by 14 grandchildren as well as great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Private graveside services will be held at West Lawn Memorial Park.
Wilson Funeral Home
1212 Lathrop Ave
634-3361.
wilsonfuneralhomeracine.com
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