Shirley Ann Mace Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Shirley Ann Mace of Rolla Missouri passed away Sunday, November 15,2020 at the age of 85 years and 1 day. Shirley was born in Benton, Illinois on November 14, 1935 to the late John H. and Opal (Frailey) Glover. Miss Shirley Ann Glover was united in marriage to Junior Mace on November 24, 1955, this union was blessed with three children. Shirley was a loving wife and mother who was deeply rooted Christian faith. It was her goal to share the good news of Christ to as many people as possible. She was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ, and was most comfortable in the role of teaching and guiding young children. Because of her love of children, she was one of the founders of the Rolla Church of Christ Day School, which is still in existence today. Shirley, along with many other Christian women, have and continue to devote many hours of teaching little ones about the love of God. Shirley will be deeply missed by her family, Pamela (Martin) Penning, of Joplin, MO, Vickie (Michael) Kemnitzer, of Steelville, MO, and Michael (Angela) Mace, of Republic, MO; grandchildren, Steven (Jamie) Penning, of Dallas, TX, Rebecca (Jake) Endicott, of Carthage, MO, Amy (Keith) Lancaster of Carthage, MO, Bryan (Kim) Kemnitzer, of Salem, MO, Danielle (Mark) Olson, of Springfield, MO, Katy (TJ) Webb, of Rolla, MO, Kaycee Mace, of Republic, MO, and Kelli (Josh) Cansler, of Lebanon, MO; 12 great-grandchildren, and one on the way; She will also be missed by her brothers and sisters, Kenneth (Phyllis) Glover, of Waco, GA, Cindy (Ronnie) Wallace, of Mabelvale, AR, David (Linda) Glover, of East Peoria, IL, and Sarilee (AL) Nash, of Mablevale, AR; a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, John and Opal Glover; husband, Junior Mace; brothers John Glover, Jerry Glover, and Dick Glover. As per Shirley's request there will not be a funeral. There will be a private graveside service. In Lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Day School program at the Rolla Church of Christ. Cards are available at all James & Gahr locations, or can be mailed to: The Day School Program, 1303 Nagogami Rd, Rolla, MO 65401.

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November 14, 1935 - November 15, 2020

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