Shirley Marie Reno

Shirley was a 1980 graduate of Forest Hills Northern High School. She went on to learn medical transcription, and worked in that field for many years. Her true passion was for special education. She had a change in career and became a paraprofessional for Negaunee Public Schools working in special education. She adored her students and they loved her just the same. She was also a coach for the special olympics in Negaunee and a scout leader for her local boy scout troop. She was very involved in all the local sports groups. She would participate in anything from horseshoes to softball. Shirley loved to be outdoors. She would spend all of her free time hiking, kayaking, swimming in Lake Superior, biking, and camping. When she was not outside, you could find her scrapbooking or with her church's bell choir. Shirley was strong in her faith and was a very active member of Wesley United Methodist Church for 20 years. Her giving nature and warm spirit will be missed by all who knew her.

Shirley was preceded in death by her father, Samuel C. Nesselroad.

Shirley is survived by: husband of 20 years, Robert Reno; children, Ashley (Troy) Vanlanen, and Ryan Reno; grandchildren, Julia and Jelena Vanlanen; mother and father, Bonnie and Art Wallace, mother Arlene Nesselroad; siblings, Sam, Jon (Katherine), William (Cynde), Laura (Terry), and Art (Ashley); as well as, numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3:00pm on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Faith United Church of God, 3290 Walker Ave. NW, with a luncheon to follow. A Funeral Service is planned for 2:00pm on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Wesley United Methodist Church, 801 Hemlock St, Ishpeming, MI 49849. All guests will be welcomed to a Luncheon following the service, also at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Negaunee Public Schools special education department.