Shirley S. Small Obituary
The family announces the passing of Shirley S. Small of Marion, Kentucky on October 2, 2026. Shirley, born on September 1, 1936, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Shirley S. Small to show support.
She was predeceased by: her husband Richard Small of Marion, KY; her parents, Robert Hughes and Ruth Hughes of Marion, KY; her son Stuart Manley of Dunedin, FL; and her siblings, Charles Hughes, Robert Hughes, Anna Maier of Evansville, IN, Mary Stalion of Marion, KY, Mickey Hughes of Huntsville, AL and Jerry Beavers of Marion, KY..
She is survived by: her daughter Julie Mellecker (Scott) of Buckeye, AZ; her daughter-in-law Lois Manley of Dunedin, FL; and her grandchildren, Jill Mellecker of Seattle, WA, Matt Mellecker of Colorado Springs, CO and Robin Carr of Largo, FL. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:45 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home (117 W Bellville St, Marion, KY 42064). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
Donations may be made to the Crittenden County Historical Society and Museum; the Mary Hall Ruddiman Canine Shelter or the Crittenden County Animal Shelter.
