John Shirley Jr. Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Shirley Jr. of Aberdeen, Maryland, who passed away on February 21, 2026, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the sacred silence of farewell, John is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that John's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Sherman Shirley and Thelma Shirley (Potts). He is survived by: his wife Deborah Patricia Shirley (Young); his sons, John Shirley, III (Monica), Keith Shirley and Travis Shirley; and his siblings, Barbara, Carol and Calvin Shirley. He is also survived by three grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation in John's memory.
