Shirley K. Wilson

July 17, 1940 – Aug. 18, 2022

Shirley K. Wilson passed away on Aug. 18, 2022 at Franciscan Lafayette hospital.

She was born July 17, 1940 in Crawfordsville to Harry and May Gill.

She and her husband John, who survives, were married over 53 years. They spent the entirety of their marriage in Montgomery County. In 1977, she and John built the Lindy Freeze in Linden, which she managed. After selling the ice cream shop, they enjoyed 30 years of retirement. She loved her home and enjoyed her family and friends.

Survivors include her sister and best friend, Marilyn (Bob) Minnick of Waynetown; stepchildren, Andrew (Constance) Wilson of Winterville NC, Teresa (Tom) Cornell of Crawfordsville, Molly (Dave) Campbell of Brownsburg and Wendy Nattinger of New Castle. As a young teen, Andrew chose to make his home with Shirley and John. A close bond was quickly formed when Andrew asked Shirley if he could call her “Mom”. That bond grew stronger as the years progressed. She had several nieces and nephews. Kathy Page of Crawfordsville shared a special relationship with her and was her favorite.

She was a kind, loving person who was respected by all and loved by many.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Sye and Joe Gill; sisters, Patricia aged 2, Betty Bunch and Imogene Trimble.

There are no services planned at this time.  Cards are welcomed at 606 Thornwood Road, Crawfordsville IN 47933.