Shirley Jean Cigler

Shirley J. (Black) Cigler passed away May 8, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Andy Cigler; parents Florus and Janis Black; and Florus “Skip” Black III. She is survived by her brother, Trevor (Carol Council) Black; children Diane (Andy) Cole, Andrew H. Cigler III, and Beth Timmer; and grandchildren Leah and Ally Cole, Kyia, Eva, Elijah, and Micah Timmer.

Shirley was born in Chicago, Illinois. She would reminisce about the Western matinee double features on Saturday, riding buses, the L train, and the Jackson Park Yacht Club. As a teenager the Black family moved to Kalamazoo, MI. She went to Portage Central High School and later graduated from Western Michigan University with a teaching degree. She taught at a Catholic middle school for a few years before she happily married Andy Cigler. Shirley loved being a wife and mother and especially being a grandmother. She worked as a cashier at Ace Hardware and Gemmen's Hardware for over 20 years.

Shirley was a loving and kind woman whose faith guided her life every day. She was known for her goodness, faithfulness, and caring heart toward everyone she met. A devoted Catholic, Shirley found strength in prayer, Bible study, and helping others in her community.

As an active member of St. Pius X Catholic Church for 40 years, Shirley volunteered her time as a catechist, grief support minister, Eucharist minister, sang in the Resurrection Choir and was a ladies Bible study leader. Her compassion, gentle spirit, and strong faith touched the lives of family, friends, and all who knew her. She will be remembered for her love, kindness, laughter, smile, and beautiful singing voice.

Shirley's family and friends will deeply miss her and forever cherish the memories they shared with her. Her love and faith will continue to inspire those she leaves behind.

Visitation will take place from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Cook Memorial Chapel – East Building, 4235 Prairie St. SW, Grandville, MI 49418. A Rosary will take place at 7 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 3937 Wilson Ave. SW, Grandville, MI 49418, with visitation one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Catholic Charities of West Michigan or West Michigan Hospice. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.cookcaresgrandville.com in their guestbook online.