Jun 23, 1934---Feb 03, 2020


     Shirley J. Calhoon, 85, Shawnee, KS, passed away Monday, February 3, at her home surrounded by her family.  Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 6, at the Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia Lenexa, KS.  Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday at the Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: White Church Christian Church, 2200 N. 85th St. Kansas City, KS 66109.
     Shirley was born June 23, 1934, in Kansas City, KS, the daughter of Samuel and Mildred Matthews.  Shirley was a lifelong area resident graduating from Wyandotte High School in 1952.  She worked for General Motors before going to work for the KCK Board of Education, where she met her husband Charles.  They were married on September 18, 1954.  Shirley was a lifelong member of Central Christian Church and later White Church Christian Church.  She was active in the CWF at the Church and volunteered at the food kitchen for many years.
     Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Charles in 2002.  She is survived by her children, Karen and husband Gary Mitchell, Julie and husband Tom Hutton, Kevin and wife Danielle Calhoon, grandchildren, Lauren (Kevin) Butorac, Erin (Mitch) Hoyt, Sarah (Grant) Christianson, Kathryn Hutton, Sam Hutton, Charlie Calhoon, Libby Calhoon, and 2 great grandchildren, Tyler and Austin Butorac.      



Condolences

Shirley Hartley & Darlene Parks Feb 04, 2020

Friends from Stonecroft ,Shawnee ,Kansas

So sorry to hear about Shirleys passing, but thankful we know where she is. Also, amazing that she had no pain and we are thankful for that. We met Shirley through Stonecroft and have been trying to figure out how long she was a member. Shirley had a good sense of humor and was a true example for all of us as she glorified our Lord. Will always be thankful for her and thankful we get to see her again some day. She was an amazing woman!

Shirley Hartley & Darlene Parks Feb 04, 2020

Friends from Stonecroft ,Shawnee ,Kansas

So sorry to hear about Shirleys passing, but thankful we know where she is. Also, amazing that she had no pain and we are thankful for that. We met Shirley through Stonecroft and have been trying to figure out how long she was a member. Shirley had a good sense of humor and was a true example for all of us as she glorified our Lord. Will always be thankful for her and thankful we get to see her again some day. She was an amazing woman!

Sharon Petsch Feb 05, 2020

Friend ,Eufaula ,Oklahoma

So sorry to hear about the passing of a wonderful Lady. She was a friend l enjoyed many fun times with. I know it’s a comfort for her family to know she is now with the Lord and at Peace.

Marilyn Feb 05, 2020

Friend and Classmate ,Overland Park ,Kansas

As Chairman of the Wyandotte High School Class of 1952, I wish to extend our condolences upon the death of our dear friend and Classmate, Shirley to her family and friends. She always attended our Reunions as well as our monthly brunches. Such a sweet lady. She will surely be missed. Sincerely, Marilyn (Fendorf) Gunderman

MIKE AND ROSEMARY Feb 06, 2020

COUSIN ,LAWRENCE ,Kansas

To the Family of Shirley, may she rest in peace...cousin Mike Hadl...

Tom Pirnie Feb 06, 2020

Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayer are with you all. Hugs and love Tom and Sue Pirnie.

Marcia J. Castillo-Mar Feb 06, 2020

Distant Relative ,Council Bluffs ,Iowa

To Shirley's Family,. Sorry to hear of your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, may she rest in peace. Marcia Castillo-Mar Distant Relative Council Bluffs, Iowa

Howard & Julia Shaw Feb 06, 2020

Friend ,CORINTH ,Texas

Karen: So sorry for your loss. I remember all of our fun times with her growing up. She will be missed! Love, Howard & Julia

Jan Smith Feb 06, 2020

friend ,OVERLAND PARK ,Kansas

I knew Shirley from our involvement in Johnson County Women's Connection which was a part of Stonecroft Ministries. Shirley was the treasurer for a good many years and was very dedicated and did a great job! She and I often arrived there early and had a good time joking and teasing each other. She was always the perfect hostess at her home and often hosted planning team meetings. I remember one time in particular, we were expecting women from North Kansas City as well as, our group. Many of us arrived early and were jokingly complaining how early we had to get up to get there. Someone said she almost came in her robe and slippers. Before we knew it, Shirley came out with about 4 robes and all the trimming to help us look like we just got up! It was so much fun and certainly broke the ice with the women who were not part of our group. I remember her 80th Birthday party and how proud she was to introduce every member of her family. She was a lovely lady who always made me smile!

Services

Event:
Visitation
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia St.
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
Feb 06, 2020
Time:
5:00 PM
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Event:
Funeral Service
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia St.
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
Feb 07, 2020
Time:
10:00 AM
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