January 13, 1933-June 25, 2024 Shirley Jean (Hartley) Woodford, the youngest of eight children, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Senior Star at Elmore Place in Davenport, IA. She was 91 years old. Inurnment will take place at a later date to be decided.
Chambers Funeral Home of Eldridge, IA, is assisting with arrangements. Shirley Jean Hartley was born on January 13, 1933, in Oakville, IA, the daughter of Phillip and Violet (Skeels) Hartley. She married Charles Woodford on June 16, 1951.
He preceded her in death on November 22, 2011. She and her husband farmed north of Long Grove, IA, for 53 years where she resided until 2022. They raised many different animals; however the goats were her favorite, along with her cats and dogs.
She enjoyed gardening and growing beautiful flowers along with bird watching. Shirley was loved dearly by her family. Survivors include her son, Mark (Vicki) Woodford of Grand Mound, IA; her grandson, Jason (Heidi) Woodford and their children: Nickolas, Bryant and Courtney; her grandson: Jeremy (Carrie) Woodford and their children: Alexus, Alyssa and Logan; her great-great-grandchildren, Anayah, Anderson, Gavin and Greyson; and a special cousin, Joann Fisher.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one sister and six brothers. May they all rest in peace. Memorials may be directed to the Scott County Humane Society.
Condolences may be expressed to the family by viewing her obituary at www.McGinnis-Chambers.com .