Novella C. Shockley

Novella C. Shockley, 85, of Auburn, passed away at 10:37 p.m. on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at Auburn Nursing & Rehab Center. Novella was born October 4, 1929 in Logan, IL, the daughter of Vice and Catherine Willet Frost. She married Lindell Shockley; he preceded her in death. Novella was employed for 35 years with the State of IL, Comptroller's Office and Secretary of State. She was also a representative for Avon. Novella was very outgoing, and a sweetheart with a stubborn side. She enjoyed crocheting, watching John Wayne movies, and doing crossword puzzles. She was also preceded in death by her parents; daughter-in-law, Carol Shockley; and son-in-law, Larry Gibbs. She is survived by her two sons, Mark "Randy" Shockley and Kelvin Shockley, both of Springfield; two daughters, Beverly Gibbs and Tamara Manier, both of Loami; one brother, James Frost of W. Frankfurt, IL; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation: Family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 30, 2015 at McCullough-Delaney & Butler Funeral Home, 714 E. Gibson St., New Berlin. Graveside Ceremony: 11:30 a.m. on Friday, January 30, 2015 at Sulphur Springs Cemetery in Loami with Pastor Timothy Moats officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Greater Illinois Chapter, 2309 W. White Oaks Dr., Suite E., Springfield, IL 62704.