Shirley Ann Willingham of Duncanville, Texas, went to Heaven on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the age of 83.

Shirley was born in Smithfield, West Virginia, on March 25, 1942.

Shirley worked in the Wilmer-Hutchins school district for many years before becoming a stay-at-home mom. She was a Pastor's wife for 40 years. She found joy in antique shopping and spending time playing dominoes with Brother and Sister Patton. Above all, Kaileyann held a tender and cherished place in Nannie's heart.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Alton Willingham; son, Herbert Francis; and daughter, Nettie Francis.

Shirley is survived by her children: Denise (DeeDee) and husband, Bobby Miller; Kenneth and wife, Lydia; Jennifer; Herbert's wife, Lori; Lisa; and Laura Kay.

Grandchildren: Kaileyann, Kristi, Michael, Melissa, Andrew, Alanna, Brianna, Noah, D'Lisa, Sophia, Cassie, Stephen, Amanda, Chris, Charles, Chloé, Colton, and numerous great-grandchildren.

Services will be held on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 11:00 am at First Missionary Baptist Church, 511 Hustead Street, Duncanville, Texas. Interment will be June 23, 2025, 11:15 am, at DFW National Cemetery.

Pallbearers: David, Devon, Michael, Stephen, Chris, and Andrew. Honorary Pallbearers: Deacon and Davis

Special thank you to John Brooks, North Dallas Funeral Home.