A memorial service for Shirley Jean Sermon, 80, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, April 5, 2025, at First Baptist Church, West Plains, Missouri.

Mrs. Sermon passed away at 8:43 a.m., Sunday, March 16, 2025, at her home.

She was born July 28, 1944, at Wheaton, Missouri, to James Woods and Maude Laney Woods.  On August 17, 1963, she was married at Cassville, Missouri, to Robert L. Sermon.  Shirley loved animals and was a supporter of ASPCA.  She enjoyed being outdoors, especially gardening.  She loved her family dearly, including her pets.  Mrs. Sermon was a member of Eastern Star for over fifty years and was a member of First Baptist Church of West Plains for over twenty-five years.

She is survived by her husband, Bob L. Sermon, of the family home; one son, Bob J. Sermon, Springfield, Missouri; one aunt, Helen Berning, Exeter, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.

Her parents and two sisters, Wilma Long and Susie Hill preceded her in death.

Memorial contributions may be made to ASPCA, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri.