Shirley Hart

Shirley went to be with the Lord and her husband on May 26, 2018. Born April 27, 1938 in Montcalm, WV, she was one of two children and is survived by her elder brother, Lloyd Eller Jr. Shirley is preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Claude Ray Hart Sr. as well as great grandchild Ray Michael. Shirley is survived by sons Claude Ray Hart Jr, Mark David Hart and Brian Kenneth Hart. As well as her grandchildren Brandy, Mark Jr, Breanne, Miranda, Teddie, Travis and Brent; and great-grandchildren Ellawyn, Aurora, Rayley, Benjamin. Shirley and Claude were married November 19, 1955 in Bluefield, WV while Claude was in his final year of his Navy commitment and Shirley was in her final year at Bramwell High School in WV. Claude "Ray" Jr. was born October 3, 1956, followed Mark on November 28, 1958 and Brian on Mother's Day, May 10, 1964. Shirley and the family moved to Chicago in 1959 and to Mokena, IL area in 1962. In the fall of 1965 the family home was hit by a tornado. Shirley and the family landed in the Vicksburg, MI area in the summer of 1966 were she enjoyed the rest of her life. While Shirley was a "stay at home Mom" she kept the family busy with the annual large garden and various livestock as well as preparing the harvest to be enjoyed until the next growing season. She always gave her children the support and encouragement to pursue their dreams and ideas. As well the incentives to excel academically and in athletics. Shirley began doing ceramics in the '70's and in short order had her own kilns, molds and ceramic shop where she would have instructional sessions as well as group sessions. She started at H&R Block in 2009 where she worked as a tax preparer and eventually office manager. Shirley continued at H&R Block on a seasonal basis until 2014. She started at the local Sam's club shortly after it opened and was soon running the payroll and working with the HR department. Shirley's love, kindness, and generosity will be missed, there's no one with a bigger heart or more love in it. Visitation for Shirley Ann will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday May 30, at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Street. A funeral service to celebrate her life will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 31 at the funeral home followed by the committal ceremony at 1:00 PM in Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta. Memorial contributions may be directed to Kairos Dwelling. Please visit Shirley's personalized webpage for driving directions or to leave a condolence to her family at www.langelands.com.