Shirley Lea (Howe) Peery, age 89, of Knob Noster, MO passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at her home.

Shirley was born on January 1, 1934, the daughter of Eldridge Curtis Howe and Nada (Milum) Howe. On June 6, 1953, she was united in marriage with Wm. "Tony" Peery.

She was a hardworking woman, having cleaned for AMVETS for 20 years as well as working locally in restaurants for many years, including keeping the town clean. She enjoyed the simple things in life, including listening to music, dancing, drinking coffee with her friends, and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her daughter Carolyn Snodgrass (Steve); her granddaughter Justina Snodgrass; her son Robert A. Peery; her grandchildren Cody, Jared, Kaston, and Peyton; her siblings Lucille Howe and Wayne Howe; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her brother Wendell Howe.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at the Knob Noster Restoration Branch in Knob Noster, MO. A visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Graveside services will follow at Knob Noster Cemetery.