Shirley Jean Estes Obituary
In loving memory of Shirley Jean Estes of Saint Joseph, Missouri, who departed this world on September 9, 2025 at the age of 98. Shirley leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Jean Estes to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Joseph H. Arnold and Lena C. Arnold (Martin); her husband Vaughn D. Estes; her son Steven C. Estes; and her sisters, Maxine Schmitt, Margaret Corwin, Mary Anderson, Rosa Wilson and Elsie Felt.
She is survived by: her son Brian Estes (Sandy); her granddaughters, Mercedes Estes (Andrew), Stephanie TenBensel Hanke and Megan Estes; and her great grandchildren, Hannah Hart, Madison Hanke, Emilee Hanke, Addisynn Estes and Reagan Whitmore. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society.
