Shirley Weatherford, 73, of Springfield, passed away December 31, 2018. She was born February 14, 1935 in Alton, IL to Frank and Gertrude Weatherford. She received her Bachelor's degree in English and Master's degree in Education from Southwest Missouri State University. She was a high school business teacher and counselor to high school girls. She taught at Spokane High School.

Private burial will be held at Union Cemetery, Union, MO. The family wishes to thank Intrepid Hospice for their loving and personal care.