Shirley L. Hudson, 83, of Normal passed away August 17, 2022 at her residence and surrounded by family. She was born January 9, 1939 to Vern and Leona (Woolridge) Gaither and married the love of her life, Henry T. Hudson on March 30, 1957.
Shirley was a hardworking woman, who took pride in her career. She was well known for her devotion to Nestle-Beich and served as an office supervisor for 37 years. She also loved to travel and visit other places with Henry as often as they could all over the place. When she wasn’t busy with work or travel, Shirley kept busy with spoiling her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her grandbabies were her pride and joy in life. Down to her roots, Shirley was an incredibly loving and kind-hearted person. She was a faithful donor to every charity she could give to.
Surviving are Shirley’s loving spouse of 65 years: Henry Hudson; children: Candy (Joe Horine) Hudson, Scott (Jeanne) Hudson, David Hudson; grandchildren: Matt, Sarah, Tommy, Abbey, Jaime, Alex, Mallory, Tony, Chris, Derrick, Brooke, Nick, Kennedy; great-grandchildren: Maddox, Stella, Lucy, Tessa, Sophie, Teagan, Benjamin, Wyatt, Mikayla, Emma, Alivia, Christopher, Emily, Ari; great-great grandson: Jaxton; and brother: Vern Roger (Mae) Gaither. She is preceded in passing by her father: Vern Gaither; mother: Leona Meyers; son: Vern Randy Hudson; and sisters: Elsie Curry and Margaret Pauline Nafziger.
A public visitation will be held Tuesday, August 23, 2022 from 9:30 am – 11:00 am at East Lawn Funeral Home, Bloomington. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, with Pastor Matt Horine to officiate. Burial will follow services at East Lawn Memorial Gardens, Bloomington.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to donor’s choice.
