Shirley Ann (Faulkner) Hedrick

Shirley Ann (Faulkner) Hedrick was born on January 5, 1948 in Ironton, Missouri to Lindsey Ernest and Edith Paulene (Cover) Faulkner and passed away on December 9, 2020 surrounded by her loving family at home in Boss, Missouri at the age of seventy-two years. Shirley grew up in Oates, Missouri and graduated with the Class of 1966 from Lesterville High School. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Elvie Ray Hedrick on June 1, 1968 and together shared fifty-two years of memories. Shirley and Elvie were blessed with one daughter, Jenetta, whom they were very proud of. Shirley started her working career at the International Shoe Factory in Salem, she then was employed with Barton Store in Boss hauling feed while subbing as a Mail Carrier for the United States Postal Service. Shirley subbed for twenty-five years and then worked fifteen years full-time before retiring. She truly valued the friendships she made along the way. Shirley was a devoted Christian who supported her husband in his ministry and served her church in many capacities. Shirley was a member of Belgrade Pentecostal Church of God and enjoyed attending and serving at Boss Assembly of God and Caledonia. She loved playing the piano, helping with Children’s Church and supplied Bibles for the Dent County Community. Shirley loved the outdoors; she liked to fish and spend time on the farm. Throughout the years she raised goats, cows, horses, and mules. Shirley loved her flowers, especially her presidential roses. She had talented hands and used her gift to crochet afghans. Most important to her was her family, she truly cherished the time spent with them. Shirley is survived by her loving husband of the home: Elvie Hedrick; daughter: Jenetta Rae Hedrick of Boss, MO; mother: Edith Paulene (Cover) Faulkner of Boss, MO; sisters: Landra Miller of Viburnum, MO, Patricia Steinbach of Illinois, and Beverly Lada of Bixby, MO; brother-in-law: Jay Hedrick and wife Debrah of Branson, MO; sister-in-law: Eula Mae Medley and husband Winferd of Boss, MO; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Preceding her in death, father: Lindsey Ernest Faulkner; and brothers-in-law: Russel Miller and Daniel Steinbach. Shirley had a big heart filled with love and kindness. She had a great sense of humor, was always smiling, and full of good cheer. Shirley would do anything to help others. She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Services for Shirley Ann (Faulkner) Hedrick were held Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Boss Assembly of God Church with Pastor Paul Davis and Pastor Brad Asher officiating. Special Music was provided by pianist Landra Miller and soloists Sharon Cain and Martha Mathes. Serving as Pallbearers were Lee Miller, Shannon Miller, John Hedrick, Jake Hedrick, Kyle Dodson, Kendall Campbell, Joe Piatt, and Seth Falkenrath. Honorary Pallbearer was Joe Dodson. Burial was in the Boss Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Wilson Mortuary of Salem, Missouri. Memorial Contributions may be made in memory of Shirley Ann Hedrick to St. Jude Children’s Hospital and left at Wilson Mortuary. Online condolences may be entered at wilsonmortuary.com

Shirley Ann (Faulkner) Hedrick

January 5, 1948 - December 9, 2020