of Searcy, AR
May 25, 1931 - May 7, 2023
Patricia Jean Shira, 91, of Searcy, AR passed peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus, surrounded by her children on May 7, 2023. She was the daughter of Clyde E. and Emma R. Harris and was born on May 25, 1931 in Dodge City, Kansas.
Pat grew up in Dodge City where she met and married the love of her life, Chuck Shira. They were married November 18, 1951 and had 3 kids, Ellen, Judy and Greg. In 1967, due to a promotion, they packed up their 3 kids, in their white Chevrolet Station Wagon and made their way to Searcy, AR.
Pat was a very faithful servant of the First Methodist Church, where she served as a member of the United Methodist Women, Altar Guild and Communion Steward. As an active member of our community, she was known to always greet everyone with a smile, kind words and a prayer, if needed. She was a homemaker along with working several retail positions and church volunteer. But her true passion was her family. Her hobbies included sewing for her girls, smocking beautiful dresses and matching bonnets for her granddaughters, baking, playing bridge and reading.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Emma Harris; her husband, Chuck Shira and her sister, Maxine Brown; her loving dog, Essay and her beloved cats, Puppy and Punkin.
Pat is survived by children, Ellen Morton (Ken) of Searcy, Judy Prior of Marion KS and Greg Shira of Little Rock. Her 6 Grandchildren, Sam Morton (Valerie) of Plano, TX, Katie Morton of Dallas, TX, Cy Prior (Alex) of Edwardsville, KS, Scott Prior (Bre) of Camdenton, MO, Alisa Madden (Matt) of The Colony, TX and Lindsey Shira of Dallas, TX and 9 Great Grandchildren, Merritt Morton, Madelyn Morton, Mitchell Morton, Kate Prior, Macy Prior, Riley Prior, Paislee Prior, Maverick Prior and Dax Madden.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 13 at the First Methodist Church of Searcy. Visitation will be at 10am and services at 11am. In lieu of plants or flowers, donations can be made to the First Methodist Church of Searcy, in the name of Patricia Shira.
Mom was a colorful figure so please feel free to wear bright colors to her Service.
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7 Condolence(s)
Ron Welty
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Pat was a beautiful soul, I recall meeting her and she was so warming and welcoming, non judgmental and you just knew that she had an unlimited capacity for showing love.
Ron Welty
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Pat was a beautiful soul, I recall meeting her and she was so warming and welcoming, non judgmental and you just knew that she had an unlimited capacity for showing love.
Ron Welty
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Pat was a beautiful soul, I recall meeting her and she was so warming and welcoming, non judgmental and you just knew that she had an unlimited capacity for showing love.
Randy Ward
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
I met Pat while working with Chuck in the eighties. She was always friendly and was easy to visit with. Chuck was a mentor to me and I had occasion to visit the Shira house. Pat never made me feel it was any imposition at all even though it had to be, So sorry to hear of her passing, she was a sweet lady.
Randy Ward
Judy Tilley Swafford
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Judy and family,
I am sorry for the sudden illness and loss of your lovely mom. I cannot remember ever seeing your mom without a smile. God Bless you as you continue on with your loving memories of Pat Shiraâ¤ï¸
Irene Gray
Monday, May 8, 2023
We will certainly miss her caring ways and sweet smile, she’s been a big part of our church life. My sincere condolences to her family.
Irene Gray
Susan Hall
Monday, May 8, 2023
Pat and I shared many wonderful times and memories. I will miss her terribly. We could laugh over some of the craziest things and pray over some of the most serious events. My love and prayers continue for Ellen, Greg and Judy. Susan Hall