Shirley Wuertzer

Dates

November 25, 1947 - July 6, 2023

Obituary

Shirley Wuertzer, 75, of Mitchell, SD, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Avera Brady Health and Rehab in Mitchell. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, July 12, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Mitchell. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Mitchell. Visitation will be Tuesday, July 11 from 5-7:00 PM at Bittner Funeral Chapel with a 6:30 PM prayer service.

Shirley Jean Wuertzer was born to Elmer and Anna (Bohr) Wuertzer on November 25th, 1947. She attended Sacred Heart Grade School through the 8th grade and Parkston Public High School, and graduated in 1966. Shirley then went to Stewarts School of Cosmetology and graduated in 1967. Shirley then started working for Stewarts Salon and managed the salon for several years. Shirley then ventured out on her own and was a hairstylist for 25 years. In 1992, she went to work at St. Joseph Hospital (Avera Queen of Peace) in environmental services and retired in 2012.

Shirley was a sister, aunt, and a dear friend to many people. Shirley was known for always being the first to be there to offer a helping hand to others. Shirley had an infectious laugh and smile, that many people will remember her by. Shirley spent her spare time with her family and her many friends. She enjoyed reading, gardening, cooking, and the numerous cats she had throughout the years.

Survivors include her sister, Rosemary (Glenn) Redman of Menno, SD; five nieces, Dawn Redman of Menno, SD, Julie Hofer of Valley Springs, SD, Nicole Redman, Sioux Falls, SD, Jennifer (Mike) Rechnagel of Sioux Falls, SD, and Heather (David) Krueger of Arlington, MN; and seven great nieces and nephews, Hannah and Noah Hofer, Maxwell, Addison and Sadie Rechnagel, Adrianna and Jadyn Krueger. Shirley is also survived by many dear friends and cousins.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents Elmer and Ann Wuertzer, sister Joanne Wuertzer, brother Lyle Wuertzer and sister-in-law Brenda Kaufman.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude’s; St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105, or the Mitchell Area Safe House; Mitchell Area Safe House 1809 N Wisconsin St. Mitchell, SD 57301.

Shirley's family requests that you give the gift of love to those in your life. Hug them while you can and tell them how much they mean to you every single day. And special thanks to the Avera Brady Rehab personnel for taking care of Shirley so well.

Visitation(s)

Date
Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Time
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Location
6:30 PM Prayer Service

Bittner Funeral Chapel
805 W Havens Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301

Service

Date
Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Time
10:30 AM

Location
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
1401 W Cedar Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301

Cemetery

Calvary Cemetery
Mitchell, SD

Posted by Deb Wells on July 15, 2023

My deepest sympathy to Shirley's loved ones! Just heard of her passing! Shirley and I go way back! What a fun and happy person! Lots of great memories! It was so hard losing her sister Joanne! What a reunion for them in Heaven! Prayers for comfort!

Posted by Deb Wells on July 15, 2023

Posted by Claudette McDonald on July 13, 2023

We were high school clsssmates and friends. She always radiated a kind and loving heart. Sending my sympathy and prayers to the family.

Posted by Dave Strohmayer on July 13, 2023

So sorry to the family for your loss.

Posted by Geri Beck on July 12, 2023

Shirley was a such sweet person, she befriended my Mother-in Law in short order at Avera Brady.

Posted by Trish Delaney on July 12, 2023

Shirley was always smiling and positive. I was proud to work with her.

Posted by Cheryl Hohn on July 11, 2023

Shirley was such a kind, beautiful soul. Joann was waiting to greet her and welcome her home!

Posted by Tama Backlund on July 11, 2023

Shirleyâ€™s smile and kindness at Avera Queen of Peace was appreciated by the residents as well as the staff. I know seeing her and that smile always put me in a more positive frame of mind. She took pride in her work and was appreciated greatly!

Posted by Colleen Helling on July 11, 2023

So sorry for your loss Shirley was a wonderful lady we had some good laughs she will be missed.

Posted by Jason and Sarah Wear on July 11, 2023

Shirley was a one of a kind person. She never forgot a person. Always willing to help whenever or wherever she could. She will be missed.

Posted by Alice Mentele on July 10, 2023

I have known Shirley since first grade at Sacred Heart School. Many, many good memories of her. Rest in peace, my friend, until we meet again.

Posted by Charolette Peterson on July 10, 2023

Sorry for your loss she will be missed.

Posted by Marlys Hoff on July 10, 2023

My Deepest Sympathy to Shirley's family. She had a sense of humor and a laugh to brighten your day. She was always willing to help you in any way. Shirley will be missed. Blessings to you Shirley.

Posted by Irene Gerlach on July 9, 2023

Deepest sympathy to your family. She was a very true friend and she will be missed!

Posted by Jen Larsen on July 8, 2023

My sympathy to Shirleyâ€™s family. She had a great sense of humor and would brighten peoples day with her laugh.

Posted by Doris Tiede on July 8, 2023

My Sympathy to the Family. So Sorry.

Posted by Carol Sue Roozen on July 8, 2023

Sincere Sympathy ---

Posted by Donna Lang on July 8, 2023

My sympathy to Shirley's family and friends. She always was so nice to talk to and I remember her with happy thoughts.

Posted by Elwin Hohn on July 8, 2023

My deepest sympathy to Shirley's family, she set off so much fun and laughter, she will truly be missed, God grant you all strength at this difficult time.

Posted by Chris Jones on July 8, 2023

My deepest sympathy to Shirleyâ€™s family and friends. Shirleyâ€™s giving spirit will be missed. God bless you, Shirley.

Posted by Charlie and Darlene Bailey on July 7, 2023

Rest I Peace Shirley Prayers to the family

Posted by Carol Huber on July 7, 2023

My sympathies to Shirley's family. We always enjoyed visiting with her. She will be missed.

Posted by Marge Wagner on July 7, 2023

So sorry for your loss Shirley was a good woman she will be missed by all

Posted by Jane Bohr/siblings Patricia, Paul , Larry & Jack on July 7, 2023

The entire family was blessed to have Shirley. No matter how much time in between visits, one could count on that comfortable connection when talking with her. We will greatly miss our witty, straight forward, talented and much loved cousin.

Posted by Hollie Karber on July 7, 2023

Shirley was a great gal! Always had a smile on her face! She will be missed!

Posted by Cletus Hohn on July 7, 2023

Shirley was my email buddy my email informant from Mitchell South Dakota to Somerset California she kept me pretty much up to date on everything will miss her greatly ðŸ˜ª

Posted by Darlene Montague on July 7, 2023

she was one of Gods Angels on earth. We will all miss her so very much

Posted by Janice & Joe Schlimgen on July 7, 2023

My sympathy to Shirley's family & friends. She was kind and always had on smile. She will be missed.

Posted by Rosemary Amos on July 7, 2023

My sympathy to all that knew Shirley. She touched so many lives in so many different ways.Gone but never forgotten.

Posted by Rob and Rose Moore on July 7, 2023

Sincere sympathy to Shirley's family and numerous friends. Shirley was one of a kind, generous, compassionate, and always ready with that beautiful smile. She will be missed by so many.