She was born in Houston on February 5, 1936 to parents Wesley and Mable (McFarland) Talley. They preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death were her siblings, Margaret Talley Ferguson, Michael Talley, Jack Talley, Marvel Talley and her son Johnny Colbert.
On January 6, 1956 Shirley married Don Frank Colbert who passed away on June 5, 1995.
Shirley is survived by her children, Don Colbert, Mike Colbert, Maggie Colbert, Bruce Colbert, her daughter in law Ginger Colbert, her sister Molly Talley Hager and numerous grandchildren and nieces.
Shirley worked as an R.N. in California and owned her own trucking company which she also drove for. She wore many hats during her life. She was an artist, she also loved wandering and exploring back roads.
A memorial visitation for Shirley will be held Sunday, October 2, 2022 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Calvary Hill Funeral Home, 21723 Aldine-Westfield Road, Humble, TX, followed by a memorial service from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.CalvaryHillFuneralHome.com for the Colbert family.