Obituaries

Shirley A. Derry

January 19th, 1931 – June 12th, 2020

Shirley Alice Derry, age 89 of Macomb, Illinois, formerly of Astoria, Illinois, passed away at 2:45 pm Friday, June 12, 2020 at The Elms in Macomb. She was born on January 19, 1931, the daughter of Russell and Velma (Tyler) Thompson. On November 23, 1951, Shirley married Donald Derry in Astoria. He preceded her in death on July 25, 1990.

She was also preceded in death by her sister, Barbara Taylor.

Shirley is survived by her son, Stephen Derry of Astoria.

She worked for the Ken-Ray Foundry in Vermont, Illinois and for Astoria Fiber-Steel

Shirley was a member of the Summum Christian Church and also attended the Astoria Christian Church. She enjoyed doing word search puzzles, needle point projects, and spending time with her family.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, June 16th at 11:30 am at the Summum Cemetery. Pastor Darrin Fish will officiate. Friends may call at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, prior to the graveside service. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a limit of 10 people will be allowed in the funeral home at one time and social distancing will be required. Memorials in Shirley's memory may be made to The Elms in Macomb.

Condolences

June 14th, 2020

Steve, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I remember her from going to church there in Summum.

June 14th, 2020

Steve so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. You were such a devoted Son to her
May you find comfort and peace in that
Thinking of you at this sad time
Prayers from all us the Taylor’s
And Avon Lady Bev 🙏🙏🙏

June 14th, 2020

Steve, my sincere sympathy to you for the loss of your Mom. You took such good care of her.

June 14th, 2020

I am blessed to have met you through Kay Bennett . You always had a warm welcome for me when I came to visit , the most gorgeous smile and the best outlook on life . Heaven is your home . With fond memories and love . Jude McDonnough

June 14th, 2020

So worry for your loss, Steve...your mom was an inspiration to me...never complained about her limitations, but always had a smile and encouraging words...We went to church together at Astoria and I thought the world of her and your dad...they are together now, and I see them dancing together inside the Gates of Heaven...may their memories sustain you through the days ahead...LaRita Maloney

June 14th, 2020

So sorry for your loss.
Nancy Carithers

June 14th, 2020

So sorry for your loss! I have many memories of her as I was growing up!! She was a sweet and dear great aunt!! We had many laughs together! ❤️

June 14th, 2020

Steven, when you were just a little boy you had a tiny terrier, that Sandy and i gave your family. we lived across the street from you then in Astoria.Great memories of your mom and dad and of course you as a little boy. I am sad to hear of her passing.My mom passed away 12 years ago, Its hard, but your memories will get you through, and time will heal.

Linda Rawley Moss

June 14th, 2020

Steve, I am so sorry for your loss.
Linda-Powell Hackett

June 14th, 2020

Steve, I always enjoyed seeing your mom and appreciated her wonderful spirit. So sorry for your loss. David Naff

June 14th, 2020

So so sorry Steve! An absolutely wonderful lady and truly a child of God! She was a perfect example of God’s gentleness and love.

June 14th, 2020

So sorry for your loss sending prayers for family and friends.

June 14th, 2020

So sorry Steve.. she was the last one of my Dads brothers and sisters and in laws to live and miss all of them..hugs Loretta Mummert

June 14th, 2020

Steve so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful friend of ours and will always remember her smile and friendship. You where a great son and caretaker for her. Take comfort in knowing she is with our Lord and Savior. Bill Weime, Sierra Vista, Arizona

June 14th, 2020

So sorry for your loss Steve. She was a sweet woman. Sending prayers. Janey Powell Ford

June 14th, 2020

Steve so sorry for your loss
Condolences to your family and you.
From Jeff Smith

June 14th, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss, Your mother and myself used to visit when my mother was in Astoria nursing home, your mother used to watch over her when I was not around. I had visited your mother in your lovely home a few times and you were so nice to welcome me. I am a niece of my uncle & aunt Hiram & Clela Thompson and of Ila (Thompson) and Bill Lockard. Shirley & my self was cousins. I am a daughter of Elzie and Margaret Thompson. Prayers for you and the family. Patricia (Thompson) Kaup, Hartselle, Alabama

June 14th, 2020

Steve we send our Sympathy & Prayers for you during this time
May God's arms give you comfort 💞
Dennis & Cyndi Ratcliff

June 15th, 2020

Very sorry for your loss, Steve. Your Mom always so kind and friendly. Linda Mikulich and family

June 15th, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss, Steve. I will always remember painting your mom's nails pink as her beloved Buffy would sit on her lap. Every Saturday she would have me make ya'll hamburgers with green beans and mushrooms. I will never forget listening to her play the organ and then watching The Rifleman as she would crochet a ripple Afghan in the afternoon. She was sweet, sassy, funny...and one of my favorite memories. I bet her hair is perfectly curled and her nails are bright pink in heaven.
With deepest sympathy,
Sara Rogers

June 15th, 2020

Steve Sorry for the loss of your mother we always enjoyed seeing one another at the Astoria Homecoming! She always had a smiling face and a wonderful greeting. Prayers and take care of yourself. Love Bonnie June (Thompson) Shaw

June 15th, 2020

Steve, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She will be greatly missed. I loved Shirley's smile and the kindness she always showed to others. May God give you peace and comfort to face the many difficult days ahead. Love, Mike and Donna Shirley

June 15th, 2020

Steve....so sorry for your loss

June 15th, 2020

Steve so sorry for the loss of your mom she was a wonderful women. Anthony and Tammy Baldry

June 15th, 2020

Steve so sorry for your loss Patty Stambaugh Prather

June 16th, 2020

Steve, We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. Shirley was always such a pleasant and happy person. Never complaining about her limitations. I remember her and Uncle Donald with fond memories as I was growing up. All the family is re-united now. Hugs and prayers for you...Your cousin, Marilee and Gary Griffin

June 17th, 2020

Steve, I am so sorry for the loss of your lovely mother. You always were the best son & took such good care of her! May God comfort you in the days ahead. Love, Marilyn Thompson Siefert

June 23rd, 2020

Steve, we are very sorry for your loss of your mother. We all knew her very well!

Mom, Melba Collins, and I had visited her in Macomb before. Mom always did enjoy their visits a lot, as did I! We also knew your mom from Summum Christian church from years before, and our being neighbors to your grandparents too. On behalf of our entire family we extend our heartfelt sympathies to you.
Sincerely, Melba Collins, Martha and Jim Davey, (in Nv), Phillip, Kathie Collins and family.