Shirley J. Auck
Shirley J. Auck, age 86, of Crestline, died peacefully at her home on Friday morning, July 4, 2025.
Shirley was born March 1, 1939 in Plymouth to the late Thomas and Iva (Sonnanstine) Myers, Sr. and graduated from Plymouth High School in 1957. On June 11, 1961, Shirley married Warren Ralph Auck. It was then that they moved to Warren’s family farm in rural Crestline where they raised their family, tended to their farm, and enjoyed many wonderful memories. In addition to helping with the farm operations, Shirley was employed with the Shelby Telephone Company and worked there her entire career. She retired under the Sprint ownership.
Shirley was an incredibly active member of her church, First Baptist Church of Shelby, where she and Warren have been members for many years. Along with being active in nearly all church functions, Shirley was a part the funeral dinner team. Shirley was an outstanding cook and baker, a talent she used both for enjoyment and as a side job of catering for over 25 years. For hobbies, Shirley was a seamstress and enjoyed quilting for Quilts of Valor.
Shirley is survived by her husband of 64 years, Warren: their children: Melody Auck of Plymouth, Marc (Heather) Auck of Crestline, and Matthew (Christie) Auck of Bucyrus; 5 granddaughters: Shelby Auck, Rebecca (Paul) Sullivan, Lilah (Graham) Geissman, Malahnia Auck, and Violet Auck; great grandchildren: Adeline and Raylan Sullivan; and other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her sister: Roselee Ewing and brother: Thomas Myers, Jr.
Family and friends are welcome on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 from 4-6 pm at the Penwell Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby. Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 11 am at the funeral home. Guests are also welcome to visit one hour prior to the funeral services on Thursday from 10-11 am. Pastor Dan Peterson will officiate with burial following in Greenlawn Cemetery, Plymouth. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Shelby, 185 South Gamble Street, Shelby, OH 44875.
Condolences may be left on Shirley’s obituary on the funeral home’s website (PenwellFuneralHome.com) or their Facebook page (Facebook.com/PenwellFuneralHome).
To view Shirley’s tribute video click here: Shirley’s tribute video.
Melody & Family,
With warmest & sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. May you find peace in knowing the love, & happiness she is surrounded by at this time, also in the memories of the time you have spent together.
I loved Shirley. We was an inspiration to me. Dear lady. She was my sister in Christ. She is loved and missed. She is home in heaven singing to Jesus
Family of Shirley Auck
So sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. Shirley was such an amazing lady.I worked with her for many years at the telephone company and she did my parents Anniversary and several graduation catering for me.She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Janie Thornton and family
My condolences to your family Shirley was always smiling and a great helper to many. My folks ross and Betty Eckstein knew them well. May you cherish your good times.
MeI,
Condolences to your family.
I pray the memories you share have will help you through this time.
Sorry for your loss. My sister, Annette Lantz worked with your Mom and she thought the world of her!
Mel,
We are sorry to hear that your mom has passed.
So many good memories as kids, hanging out at your house. Your mom was a super nice person and I always felt welcome.
You’re in my prayers
Warren, Mel, Marc and Matt,
So sorry for your loss. Growing up, you were a second family for Greg and I. And, you treated us like family. Shirley (2nd mom) let us know when we were good and bad (sadly, we had equal shares of both…). The world lost a beautiful soul on the 4th of July…but heaven welcomed a firecracker that will be waiting to greet you all with open arms when it is your time to go home to her. You are in my thoughts, my prayers and my memories for life. I love you all.
Shaun aka Cabbage
My deepest sympathy to the Auck family. May you take solace in knowing that your beloved is resting in the arms of our Lord.
Matt, Christie, Shelby, and family,
Shirley was a beautiful woman and I remember her fondly during our times together. Her lasagna was the best I had and I loved when she taught me how to make it. I pray you find comfort in the love and beautiful memories of Shirley’s legacy which will continue through the lives she touched.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers
Shirley was the sweetest soul I came to know when joining United Telephone Operator Services. She always had compassion, understanding and kindness for each person she met. May peace surround grieving hearts.