Shirley Vance

Shirley M. Vance 88, of Decatur, IL passed away Monday, December 23, 2024, at Decatur Memorial Hospital Decatur, IL.

A Catholic Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Decatur, IL with Rev. Chris Comerford, Celebrant. Inurnment will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 9, 2024, in Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield, IL. Calvert & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mt. Zion is assisting the family with services. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Messages of condolence may be shared with the family at Calvertmemorial.com.

Shirley was born June 17, 1936, in Calvert, KY the daughter of William and Bertha (Ewing) Flesch. She married Jack Vance on July 18, 1959. He preceded her in death on May 24, 2009. She retired as a teller from Soy Capital Bank and was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

Surviving are her children: Tammy Lamson (Steve) of Eagle, Idaho , Ted Vance of Lehigh Acres, FL, Tina Vance of Decatur, and Tom Vance of Decatur, brothers: Steve Flesch of El Paso, IL and Ronnie Flesch of Mt. Zion; sister: Debbie North (Steve) of Decatur; grandchildren: Clint (Holly), Brett, Makenzie, Hayley, Cassidy, Ryan (Nicole), and Kady; great-grandchildren: Kingston, Kinsleigh, Camila & Olivia.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jack, son Todd and her sister Susie Alexander.

Shirley was an amazing mom, grandma, great grandma and friend. Her golden retriever Bailey was always by her side. Shirley’s favorite times were being surrounded by family and sharing funny stories. Her passion was Christmas baking and she cherished her top secret recipes; passed down by her mother. Shirley loved Christmas was and always had decorations up by October. Spending time with her was a commitment to Dr. Phil and Family Feud. She was a kind and generous soul and credits her strong faith in God in getting her through life’s struggles.