Shirley Ann Vesper Obituary (1939

Shirley Ann Vesper, 81, was called to her eternal resting place on June 13, 2020. She entered this world on June 3, 1939 in Baxter Springs, KS, born to Fred and Anna Bendler. Shirley married Bill Gordon Vesper, Sr., on December 31, 1956 in Sapulpa, OK. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Billy Gordon Vesper, Sr., son, Billy Gordon Vesper, Jr., and brother, Gene Bendler. She is survived by daughters, Patricia Roethe of Sand Springs, OK, Karen Pride and husband, Bill, of Skiatook, OK, and son, Gary Vesper of Tulsa, OK. Grandchildren: Dustin Wallace, Annie Freppon, Autumn Lancaster and Kyle Pride. Great Grandchildren: Alyssa Wallace, Avrey Wallace, Ethan Lancaster, Audrey Pride, Gavin Mongold, Brody Lancaster and Atticus Pride. Shirley grew up and attended school in Sand Springs, OK, graduating from Charles Page High School. She loved antiques and enjoyed eating at Golden Corral with her family. Shirley was very talented in many areas. She liked to crochet, work puzzles, and play dominoes and cards. She loved all sports but her favorite was the OKC Thunder. Shirley lived life to the fullest and was dearly loved by her family and friends. She will be greatly missed every day. Viewing and visitation for Shirley will be held on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 from 6-8:00pm at Dillon Funeral Service in Sand Springs, OK. Funeral service will be Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at 10:00am at Dillon Funeral Service-Legacy Chapel. Burial will follow at Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery in Sand Springs, OK.