Shirley was a member of the Genesee School class of 1953. In
that same year she was selected by a popularity vote of her classmates to
attend the 12th annual Laurel Festival in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania to enter
competition for the title of State Laurel Queen. In her early adulthood she
worked for an ice cream parlor in Olean, Chapman and Burrows in Genesee, Pa.,
Sylvania in Galeton, Pa., and the glove factory in Wellsville. Shirley was well
known for being a free hearted and giving person who enjoyed being around
family and friends. She also enjoyed going to Salvation Army Stores, household
sales, and rummage sales. Shirley will be remembered by her children as a tough
but fair mother.
Surviving besides her husband are 3 children, Judy [Tommy]
Johanson of Wellsville, William “Bill” Allen of Whitesville, and Steven D.
[Nancy Wyant] of Jasper; 4 grandchildren which she doted on, Shawna Cwiklinski
of Wellsville, Stanley “Josh” Cwiklinski of Whitesville, W. Daniel Allen of
Whitesville, and Alyssa Allen of Canisteo; siblings, Norma [Donald] Chapman of
North Bingham, PA.,and Jack [Bessie] Patterson of West Bingham, PA.. She is
also survived by several nieces and nephews; in laws, Ronald [Carol] Allen of
Wellsville, Phyllis [Bruce] Green of Portville, and Sandra [James] Fitzpatrick
of Whitesville.
Shirley was predeceased by her parents, a granddaughter, and
a great granddaughter.
There will be no prior visitation and a private graveside
service will be held at the convenience of the family in the North Bingham Cemetery.
Memorials may be given to the charity of the donor's choice. To leave online
condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.
