Shirley was born on November 11, 1930 in Des Moines, the daughter of Bryce and Edna (Watts) Morehouse. She was a homemaker and enjoyed many hobbies which included; riding motorcycles, crocheting, cooking, collecting memorabilia, watching Nascar races and spending time with her family. She was a member of the West Des Moines Christian Church, Order of the Eastern Star-Heartland Chapter and the American Motorcycle Association.
Shirley is survived by her sons, Arthur (Jane) of Des Moines and Gary (Rita) of Lemon Grove, CA; daughter, Julie (Steve) Hudson of West Des Moines; sister, Brenda (Bill) Clair of West Des Moines; 9 grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, George, and sister, Norma Feori.
Visitation will be from 5-7 pm Friday evening at McLaren’s Funeral Chapel. Memorials may be directed to West Des Moines Christian Church or the American Cancer Society.