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Shirley Albright, 84

Shirley Ann (Walters) Albright, 84, of Marshalltown, died Thursday, January 11, at Crestview Acres in Marion. She was born July 26, 1933, in Eldora, the daughter of Anna (Eckoff) and Dallas Walters. She grew up in Waterloo, resided in Germany and Florida before returning to Iowa. Shirley was employed with the Soil Conservation Service in Eldora before her employment with Fisher Controls in Marshalltown where she retired.

Survived by: two daughters, Julie (David) Stone and Kelli (Aaron) Sorenson; four granddaughter: Annie Stone, Haley Stone, Megan Hall and Lauren Hall; great-grandson, Conner Burke; sister-in-law Rosemary Walters; two nephews Brad (Sue) Walters and Jeff Walters; and a very special friend Preston Brown.

Preceded in death by: her parents; her brother, Donald Walters; a daughter, Anne Marie Albright; a great-grand daughter, Olivia Burke.

Per her request, no services will be held. Memorials may be sent to Crestview Acres; 1485 Grand Avenue, Marion, IA 52302.

Shirley enjoyed canoeing in the Boundary Waters of Minnesota for many years and spoke often of her wonderful memories and experiences. She had an amazing flair for do it yourself home remodeling always had a project in progress. She was a loving mother and “Mimi” to her family instilling her faith, fortitude and integrity in all of us. A special thanks to Crestview Acres staff and Encompass Hospice.

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