Sally Shepley Lilly Obituary
The passing of Sally Shepley Lilly (Saint Louis, Missouri) occurred on October 12, 2026. Sally, born on March 12, 1933, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Sally Shepley Lilly to show support.
Sally 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 Sally’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, Ethan A. H. Shepley and Sophie Baker Shepley; her husband John K. Lilly; and her siblings, Ethan A. H. Shepley Jr. and Sophie Shepley Pelissier.
She is survived by: her daughters, Sarah Moore Hoerr (Roland), Kim Lilly Wyllie (Jim) and Margaret Lilly Buck (Tom); and her brother Lewis B. Shepley. She is also survived by nine grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, December 2nd 2026 at 2:00 PM at the St. Peters Episcopal Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Bethesda Health Group Foundation, the St. Louis Zoo, or the Missouri Botanical Gardens.
