Shirley M. Buikema Obituary
We bid farewell to Shirley M. Buikema of Morrison, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 5, 2025 at the age of 90. Shirley touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Herman Koenes and Betty Koenes (Damhoff); her husband Bob; her son-in-law Mark Clarkson; and her siblings, Norma Knott and Robert Koenes.
She is survived by: her daughters, Cynthia Clarkson of Fulton, IL, Lori Colschen (Steven) of Clinton, IA and Lisa Witt (Jeff) of Fulton, IL; her grandchildren, Mark Clarkson (Michelle), Eric Clarkson (Nicole), Jared Colschen (Michelle), Kayla Determann (Adam), Elysia Cain (Chad), Brian Witt (Hailey) and Benjamin Witt (Jennifer); her great grandchildren, Elijah Clarkson, Kane, Clayton Clarkson, Tyler Colschen (Aubrey), Allie Mae Colschen, Bryce Soenksen, Aria, Maverick, Amelia Determann, Abigail, Alivia Cain, Kennedy, Hadley and Oliver Witt; and her great great grandchild Eddie Steven Soenksen.
Visitation was held on Monday, November 10th 2025 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at the Bosma-Renkes - Fulton Chapel (1500 10th Ave, Fulton, IL 61252). A funeral service was held on Monday, November 10th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
A memorial has been established to Fulton Presbyterian Church and Resthave Assisted Living Center.
