Shirley Whitman, age 87, passed away at her home early in the morning on October 6, 2014. Shirley was born in Appleton on July 1, 1927, daughter of the late George and Lenora (Muttart) McCrory. On August 22, 1944, she married Lyle Whitman at St. Joseph Church and the couple was blessed with seventy years…
Continue ReadingShirley Whitman, age 87, passed away at her home early in the morning on October 6, 2014. Shirley was born in Appleton on July 1, 1927, daughter of the late George and Lenora (Muttart) McCrory. On August 22, 1944, she married Lyle Whitman at St. Joseph Church and the couple was blessed with seventy years together. Lyle survives and resides in Appleton. Shirley also leaves behind four sons: Gary (Nan) Whitman of Antigo; Edward (Pat) Whitman of Stevens Point; Mark (Deb) Whitman of Appleton; and Joe Whitman of Indianapolis. Her grandchildren are: Nick (Chris) Whitman of Tonawanda, New York; Amy Collins of Oshkosh; David (Ellen) Whitman of Woodridge, Illinois; Steve Whitman of Stevens Point; Melissa Whitman of Minneapolis; Ryan (Tess) Whitman of St. Paul, Minnesota; Heather (Sam) Herbst of Chesapeake, Virginia; Holly Essler of Appleton; Robert Whitman of Terre Haute, Indiana; and Olivia Whitman of Bloomington, Indiana; and her great-grandchildren are Zach Collins and Connor Collins of Oshkosh; Paul Whitman of Woodbridge, Illinois; Charlie Herbst, Jakob Herbst, and Rosie Herbst of Chesapeake, Virginia; Willow Whitman of Appleton, and Jacoby Essler of Appleton. Shirley is also survived by her siblings: Robert (Judy Van Dyke) McCrory of Appleton; Alice Claypool of Combined Locks; Fred (Barb) McCrory of Appleton; Jean Willer of Appleton; and Ralph (April) Jacobs of Fremont. There are also many beloved nieces and nephews. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, a sister: Beverly (Jack) Petersen, and a brother-in-law: Dr. Blaine Claypool.
As a young woman, Shirley worked at St. Elizabeth Hospital, and when Lyle entered the military, she went with him to Fort Riley, Kansas, where she worked in the local hospital. Upon their return to Appleton, she went back to St. Elizabeth, and worked there for many years, between the births of her four sons. She retired twenty-five years ago, and at that time had been assigned to the recovery area. She loved to play cards, crochet afghans and other kinds of needlework, cheer on the Packers, watch birds, tend to her garden, and was also active serving funeral meals and in the Christian Mothers' Society at Sacred Heart Church.
The funeral liturgy for Shirley will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 10, 2014, at SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH, 222 E. Fremont Street in Appleton. Fr. Brian Wideman will officiate, and interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church on Friday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of the service. Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting www.wichmannfargo.com.
Nicholas Whitman
left a message on October 8, 2014:
From my earliest memories, the Shirley and Lyle Whitman home was a cocoon of warmth, love and support. As a result, I thoroughly enjoyed visiting and spending time with my grandparents. (Especially learning to play sheepshead in that supportive, non-threatening environment. Lol.) While I look forward to continuing to visit my grandfather, the Whitman home will not be the same without grandma ... and her wonderful homemade meals and treats!
Nicholas Whitman
left a message on October 8, 2014:
From my earliest memories, the Shirley and Lyle Whitman home was a cocoon of warmth, love and support. As a result, I thoroughly enjoyed visiting and spending time with my grandparents. (Especially learning to play sheepshead in that supportive, non-threatening environment. Lol.) While I look forward to continuing to visit my grandfather, the Whitman home will not be the same without grandma ... and her wonderful homemade meals and treats!
Brenda W
left a message on October 7, 2014:
Lyle and famiy-
So very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She truely was a neet lady! We will miss Shirley and Lyle's visits to our infusion suite where she spent many hours. God Bless.
-the St Elizabeth Iv Insusion Nurses
Brenda W
left a message on October 7, 2014:
Lyle and famiy-
So very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She truely was a neet lady! We will miss Shirley and Lyle's visits to our infusion suite where she spent many hours. God Bless.
-the St Elizabeth Iv Insusion Nurses
Cathy Pink
left a message on October 7, 2014:
I am so very sorry to see that Shirley passed away. She was a wonderful lady and my mom's best friend. I'm sure that she and mom are hugging and enjoying themselves in heaven. I'm sorry that I won't be able to attend the service since I will be out of town, but will be thinking of all of you.
Cathy Wheaton Pink
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Cathy Pink
left a message on October 7, 2014:
I am so very sorry to see that Shirley passed away. She was a wonderful lady and my mom's best friend. I'm sure that she and mom are hugging and enjoying themselves in heaven. I'm sorry that I won't be able to attend the service since I will be out of town, but will be thinking of all of you.
Cathy Wheaton Pink
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Nicholas Whitman
left a message on October 8, 2014:
From my earliest memories, the Shirley and Lyle Whitman home was a cocoon of warmth, love and support. As a result, I thoroughly enjoyed visiting and spending time with my grandparents. (Especially learning to play sheepshead in that supportive, non-threatening environment. Lol.) While I look forward to continuing to visit my grandfather, the Whitman home will not be the same without grandma ... and her wonderful homemade meals and treats!
Nicholas Whitman
left a message on October 8, 2014:
From my earliest memories, the Shirley and Lyle Whitman home was a cocoon of warmth, love and support. As a result, I thoroughly enjoyed visiting and spending time with my grandparents. (Especially learning to play sheepshead in that supportive, non-threatening environment. Lol.) While I look forward to continuing to visit my grandfather, the Whitman home will not be the same without grandma ... and her wonderful homemade meals and treats!
Brenda W
left a message on October 7, 2014:
Lyle and famiy-
So very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She truely was a neet lady! We will miss Shirley and Lyle's visits to our infusion suite where she spent many hours. God Bless.
-the St Elizabeth Iv Insusion Nurses
Brenda W
left a message on October 7, 2014:
Lyle and famiy-
So very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She truely was a neet lady! We will miss Shirley and Lyle's visits to our infusion suite where she spent many hours. God Bless.
-the St Elizabeth Iv Insusion Nurses
Cathy Pink
left a message on October 7, 2014:
I am so very sorry to see that Shirley passed away. She was a wonderful lady and my mom's best friend. I'm sure that she and mom are hugging and enjoying themselves in heaven. I'm sorry that I won't be able to attend the service since I will be out of town, but will be thinking of all of you.
Cathy Wheaton Pink
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Cathy Pink
left a message on October 7, 2014:
I am so very sorry to see that Shirley passed away. She was a wonderful lady and my mom's best friend. I'm sure that she and mom are hugging and enjoying themselves in heaven. I'm sorry that I won't be able to attend the service since I will be out of town, but will be thinking of all of you.
Cathy Wheaton Pink
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