Shirley Ann Bertsch Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Shirley Ann Bertsch (Independence, Missouri), born in Parkston, South Dakota, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Shirley Ann left this world on January 10, 2026 at the age of 82, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Shirley Ann Bertsch to show support.
As Shirley Ann departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Shirley Ann may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Shirley Ann leaves behind.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Herbert Gerlach and Minnie Gerlach; and her siblings, Stan and Arlene. She is survived by: her husband Jim Bertsch; her son Bryan; her daughter-in-law Peggy; and her grandsons, Brady and Brandon. She is also survived by nine nephews; and three nieces.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Wayside Waifs, a no-kill animal shelter located locally in Kansas City, MO.
