Shirley Virginia Badertscher

  Shirley Virginia Badertscher peacefully passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the age of 98. She was born on January 28, 1928, in Detroit, Michigan, to Elisha Robbins and Clara (Norrod) Robbins. 

  Shirley spent her early years in both Detroit and Tennessee. In 1947, she married Robert Badertscher, with whom she shared many cherished memories until his passing in 2015. She lived in Utica, Michigan, for nearly fifty years, where she was a member of Covenant Baptist Church before moving to Texas.

  A strong and loving woman, Shirley dedicated much of her life to caring for others. Known for her generosity and warmth, she took great joy in cooking and always ensured that everyone was fed before herself. Her nurturing spirit extended to all around her, as she believed in making sure no one went hungry. 

  An avid collector of antiques, Shirley also possessed a special talent for hand‑painting china, a craft that reflected her artistic nature. She especially loved ladybugs and dogwood flowers.

  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert Bernard Badertscher; her daughter, Sherry Badertscher; and her grandson, Matthew Campbell. 

 Shirley is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Susan Masure and husband, Jimmy; her sons, Robert Badertscher, Jr. and wife, Chris, and Ronald Badertscher and wife, Gretchen; along with 13 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, as well as everyone who ever met her.

  A visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Galbreaith Pickard Hilltop Chapel, in Willow Park, Texas. Shirley will be laid to rest at White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery in Troy, Michigan. 

  Her family and friends will forever cherish the warmth, love, and strength she shared throughout her life.

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