Shirley Josserand Obituary

Shirley Ann Josserand was born October 8, 1929, near Weskan, Kansas to Stella (Anderson) and Leonard “Bill” Weller. As a small child the family moved to a farm north of Arriba, Colorado. Shirley had seven other siblings: sisters June, Margie, and Ivaleen, and brothers Harold “Bud”, W.O. “Billy”, Duane, and Willard Lee. Shirley lived the rest of her childhood in Colorado and worked at Peterson’s Dry Goods Store and for the telephone company.

Shirley accepted Christ at age 13 and was baptized at the Congregational Church in Arriba. Shirley was united in marriage to Orville Josserand on October 9, 1949, and after that they moved to South Dakota where they settled down and started a family. Orville and Shirley had four children: Boyd, Merilee, Coleen, and Lloyd. Unfortunately, Boyd and Lloyd had a rare disease that affects only boys and died ten years apart. The family spent much time in Minneapolis, Minnesota due to the boy’s health, and Shirley worked at St. Mary’s Hospital while the boys were receiving care.

Shirley and Orville farmed many years north of Kadoka. Shirley loved the Lord and taught Sunday School to young children, served as a decon, helped with VBS and early release time, and was an avid member of the Kadoka Presbyterian Church for many years. Shirley also worked the prayer chain, quilted for the orphanage, and volunteered her time in many aspects of the community. She was a wonderful cook, baker, and gardener and enjoyed serving her family and friends. Shirley loved music and was able to play piano by ear. She was a loving and kind grandmother to her grandchildren and all the neighbor kids for many years.

Survivors include her husband Orville of Kadoka; two daughters Merilee Grimes and her husband Jerry of Kadoka, and Coleen McHolland and her husband Matthew of Falbrook, California; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one brother Harold "Bud" Weller of Kadoka; a sister-in-law Jean Weller of Kadoka; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents Leonard "Bill" and Stella Weller; two sons Boyd and Lloyd Josserand; a granddaughter Jessica Grimes; two brothers and a sister as children Duane, Willard Lee, and Ivaleen Weller; two sisters Marjorie Borbely and June Wanczyk; a brother W.O. "Bill" Weller; two brothers-in-law Richard Borbely and Joe Wanczyk; and a sister-in-law Clarabelle Weller.

Cards and memorials may be sent to P.O. Box 433 Kadoka, SD 57543.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 14, from 5-7 pm, at the Presbyterian Church in Kadoka, with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Thursday, July 15, at the Presbyterian Church in Kadoka.

Interment will be at the Kadoka Cemetery.

Service Details

VISITATION
Wednesday, July 14, 2021 - 5-7 p.m.
Presbyterian Church
Kadoka, South Dakota

PRAYER SERVICE
Wednesday, July 14, 2021 - 7:00 p.m.
Presbyterian Church
Kadoka, South Dakota

OFFICIATING
Pastor Jesse Taylor

FUNERAL SERVICE
Thursday, July 15, 2021 - 10:00 a.m.
Presbyterian Church
Kadoka, South Dakota

OFFICIATING
Ken Toews

MUSIC
Mallory Bauman - Pianist and Vocalist
Shari Taylor - Vocalist
“Rock of Ages”
“I’ll Fly Away”
Congregational Hymn
“Amazing Grace”

USHERS
Mike Lehrkamp - Bill Weller - Chip Mitchell

PALLBEARERS
Austin Grimes - Levi Grimes - Tucker Green
Lane Green - Jackson Grimes - Jace Grimes

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance

INTERMENT
Kadoka Cemetery
Kadoka, South Dakota

Guest Book

Rest in Peace Dear Grandma Shirley. You are with your Heavenly Father now and for that I am grateful. No one showed the true light of Faith through them more than you, and you will be missed and that light will always be remembered. Love You~
~ Lauren Davila Fallbrook, CA (7/15/2021)

Chris and I send our deepest sympathy to all of Shirley's family, she was truly a special lady and loved by many. May God give you grace and peace, at your time of loss, our prayers are with you.
~ Diana Elwood Volborg, MT (7/10/2021)

So sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a great lady who had a very strong faith in God. Shirley was a delight to visit with. She will be missed by many.
~ Ellie Bettelyoun Martin, SD (7/11/2021)

Dear Merilee & Coleen,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear Mom. I am sending sincere condolences to you and your families.
Love,
Stephanie
~ Stephanie Angeli Manitowoc, Wisconsin (7/13/2021)

Shirley was one of the most gracious ladies I have ever met. She is at peace now. I'm sending heartfelt prayers to the family. Stay strong.
~ Margo R Kadoka (7/11/2021)

Sympathy and prayers to all of Shirley's family and friends
~ Donna Bodkin Craven Rapid city (7/11/2021)

Orville & Family, To say Shirley was one of the sweetest ladies I ever knew would be an understatement! You could tell she loved the Lord by just being around her. She was an amazing person and a true inspiration to all who knew her! Rest in peace, Shirley.
~ Roxy Richardson (7/14/2021)

Orville, I always so enjoyed it when you and Shirley came into my office. The way you related to each offer was always so special to see. Shirley was special. My heart felt thoughts are with you.
~ Gay Tollefson Green River, Wyoming (7/12/2021)

So sorry for your loss. Prayers and condolences to your family.

~ Patty Morris Menifee (7/10/2021)

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, she will be missed by many. Rest in Peace Shirley.
~ Dale & Penny Baumann Quinn, SD (7/11/2021)