Shirley A Harris

Danville Shirley A. Harris, 89, of Danville passed away at 6:08 PM on Sunday, October 16, 2022 at her home. She was born on March 26, 1933 in Danville, the daughter of Maurice and Ruby (Sechrest) Ellingwood. She married her husband of 65 years, John Harris, who preceded her in death on November 7, 2018.

She is survived by two daughters, Sharon (Ron) Neufeld of Danville and Phyllis (Shane) Farris of Danville; four grandchildren, Lisa Palinski, Justin (Marina) Neufeld, Josh (Liz) Farris, and Jarrod Farris; and four great-grandchildren, Ethan and Bella Neufeld, and Fletcher and Maisy Farris.

In addition to her husband and parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her sister Peggy Lefton and brother-in-law Richard Lefton.

Shirley was a lifelong member of Danville First Church of the Nazarene. She loved her cats and spending time with her family.

A service to celebrate the life of Shirley Harris will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 3940 N. Vermilion St. Danville, IL, 61834. Pastor Justin Neufeld will officiate. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 10-11 AM prior to the services, also at Sunset in Danville. Memorials in her name may be made to the Vermilion County Animal Shelter.

Services Visitation Thursday October 20, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Il 61834 Celebration of Life Thursday October 20, 2022 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Il 61834