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Obituary

Mrs. Shirley Anne Willson, 78, of West Burlington, died Saturday, February 28, 2015, at Great River Klein Center in West Burlington.
Born June 9, 1936 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Vernon L. and Dorothy E. (Behtz) Johnson. On July 1, 1955 she married William (Bill) D. Willson in Burlington at the West Hill United Methodist Church.
Shirley was a housewife, or like she would say "a domestic ENGINEER". She loved taking care of her family, pets and flowers.
In 1976 she bowled a 704 series and at that time she was only the third woman to have a 700 series in Burlington.
Shirley was a graduate from Burlington High School class of 1955 and had been a member of Moose Lodge since 1981. She enjoyed singing, dancing, playing bingo, cards, bowling, and being with friends and family. Shirley especially looked forward to when her brother came to town. They would stay up to the wee hours of the morning playing gin-rummy. She wrote poetry which was published in 2005.
Shirley is survived by her daughter, Kari Potter of West Burlington; brother, James (Kay) Johnson of Bedford, IA; nephew, Steve (Sherry) Johnson of Clarinda, IA; and niece, Jill Johnson of Urbandale, IA.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, parents, husband, many aunts and uncles and a special nephew Michael Johnson of Bedford, IA.
Shirley was a wonderful wife, mother, sister and beloved friend to many. She leaves behind many wonderful memories and will be missed.
A heart warm thanks to the staff at Klein's for the loving care given to mom.
Friends may call after noon on Wednesday, March 4th at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.
The funeral service for Shirley Anne Willson will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 5th at Lunning Chapel with the Rev. Dean Graber officiating. Inurnment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery at a later date. Cremation will be accorded following services.
A memorial has been established for the Alzheimer's Association Greater IA Chapter.