Shirley K. Wilson

July 17, 1940-Aug. 18, 2022

Shirley K. Wilson passed away Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022, at Franciscan Health Lafayette.

She was born July 17, 1940, at Crawfordsville, to Harry and May Gill.

Shirley and her husband John, who survives, were married over 53 years. They spent the entirety of their marriage in Montgomery County. In 1977, Shirley and John built the Lindy Freeze in Linden, which Shirley managed. After selling the ice cream shop, Shirley and John enjoyed 30 years of retirement. Shirley loved her home and enjoyed her family and friends.

Shirley was preceded in death by her brothers, Sye and Joe Gill, along with sisters, Patricia, aged 2, Betty Bunch, and Imogene Trimble. Shirley’s sister and best friend, Marilyn (Bob) Minnick of Waynetown survives.

Shirley had step-children, Andrew (Constance) Wilson of Winterville, North Carolina, Teresa (Tom) Cornell of Crawfordsville, Molly (Dave) Campbell of Brownsburg and Wendy Nattinger of New Castle.

As a young teen, Andrew chose to make his home with Shirley and John. A close bond was quickly formed when Andrew asked Shirley if he could call her “Mom.” That bond grew stronger as the years progressed.

Shirley had several nieces and nephews. Kathy Page of Crawfordsville shared a special relationship with Shirley and was Shirley’s favorite.

Shirley was a kind, loving person who was respected by all and loved by many.

There are no services planned at this time. Cards are welcomed at 606 Thornwood Road, Crawfordsville, IN 47933.

Shirley K Wilson: sorely missed — lovingly remembered.