Shirley Jo. Ladner, age 71 of Appleton City, Missouri, died July 30, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield Missouri. She was born in La Jolla, California, on February 10, 1954, to Joseph and Betty Smith.
After moving from California, she joined her parents and sister Stephanie Piper on the family farm in Flemington Missouri. She graduated from Weaubleau High School in Weaubleau Missouri, as valedictorian of her class.
Shirley was a member of the Church of Christ and loved being a part of her church family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Betty Smith, her grandparents, her husband Bobby Ladner, her son Stephen Anderton, and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Shirley had a lot of family and friends, who were all loved by her. She adored her dog Winston, whom she showered with love and treats.
Shirley was always there with a hug, a smile, and a helping hand. She had a big heart and a loving soul.
She will be missed but not forgotten.
