Shirley Ann Batesel, age 85, passed away on February 25, 2025, in West Plains, Missouri.
She was born on July 6, 1939. Shirley dedicated her life to her family, who stood as her greatest pride and joy.
Shirley is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Camby Batesel; her son Tracey (Butch) Batesel and his wife Betsy; her daughter Laura Williams and her husband Kevin; five grandchildren, Timothy Pelc and his wife Jenna, Matthew Batesel and his wife Kelsey, Mallory Walker and her wife Kristin, Zachary Melvin and his wife Kirsten, and Morgan Williams; and eight great-grandchildren, McKennah, Addyson, Harper, Hollyn Batesel, Braden, Haley Pelc, Tyson Walker, and Rosie Melvin. She also leaves behind her niece Deana Wilson and brother-in-law Charlie Chapman.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, parents, mother and father-in-law, sister Linda Chapman, and nephew Stevie Wilson.
A graveside service to honor and celebrate Shirley’s life will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., at Howell Memorial Park Cemetery in Pomona, Missouri. Shirley’s life was a testament to the enduring love and bond of family, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
