Shirley Jean Dilley Davis, 83, passed away Sunday December 23, 2018 at Community East Hospital. She was born on June 26, 1935 in Indianapolis to Glen Rose and Jean Bard Rose. She attended George Washington High School in Indianapolis.
She married Edward G. Dilley in August, 1954, who preceded her in death. They raised 5 children and adored several grandchildren. She married James William Davis (who she dated in High School) in January 1994. She gained 5 grown stepdaughters and their families. Her joys were her husband, her family and her dog, Bear. She was a devout Christian.
She was preceded in death by her parents, first husband, Edward Dilley and sister, Glenda Rose Austin. Survivors include her sister, Marilyn Rose Bastin, husband, James William Davis, five stepdaughters and their families: Terri Neff, Janet Shadiow, Kathy Eckstein, Lisa Presley, and Dianne Alerding Her five children and their families: Doug and Monica Dilley, Randy and Debbie Dilley, Scott and Caroline Dilley, David and Christmas Dilley Pickerel, and Jonathon Dilley. Several grandchildren and great- grandchildren.
A memorial for Shirley is January 4, from 2 to 4pm at Indiana Funeral Care, 8151 Allisonville Road, Indpls., IN 46250
Aaron and Amanda Kester says
We will miss one of our favorite neighbors. I will miss meeting you in my back yard, while dogs are out, and talking. You were such a sweet and beautiful lady.
Joe Austin says
We will miss your smiles, your sweet voice, most of all the big hugs we got whenever we saw you. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Forever in our thoughts, from all my family, The Austin’s
Jeffery Neff says
Terri and I [our family – Albert/Shauna (Noah, Nick, Sophia), Josh/Abby (Graeme, Camille, Celia), John/Holly (Peanut, Heidi), Ricky/Brooke (Patrick)] loved and will miss Shirley. Shirley was a sweet and loving wife to Bill and her family. She grew up within the great depression and was a saver of all things. She left us too quick. We will miss her very much. God bless you Shirley.
Ann Loureiro says
Janet and family,
I know that this year end has been difficult for you but, you have handled it with such grace, Janet. Please know that we (at work) are here for you. We lift you up in prayer through this difficult time.