Shirley Mae (Pinkley) Mathes Obituary
The passing of Shirley Mae (Pinkley) Mathes of Eureka, Missouri occurred on October 9, 2026. Shirley, born on May 3, 1939 in Pilot Knob, Missouri, shared life with family, friends, and community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Shirley Mae (Pinkley) Mathes to show support.
Shirley touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Shirley’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Edward and Avarah Pinckley; her husband Edgar Gene Mathes; and her daughter Janice Boitnott (late Wayne). She is survived by: her children, Allen Mathes (Sharlene), Cheryl Wilson and Robert Mathes; and her stepchild Terry Jones (April).
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Locust Grove United Baptist Church (8846 State Hwy J, Black, MO 63625). A burial will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Myers Cemetery (2325 Dougherty Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63122).
