Shirley Hoel

Stoughton/Lakeland, FL- Shirley Mae Hoel, age 87, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. She was born in McFarland on May 21, 1927, the daughter of Ralph and Sylvia Obrecht. Shirley graduated from Stoughton High School in 1945. She worked as a secretary at Nelson Muffler for several years. On June 15, 1953 Shirley married Robert "Bob" Hoel. She worked as a dental assistant and then as secretary for Lutheran Social Services for many years. Following her retirement Shirley enjoyed working at Ice House Antiques. She loved to cook and bake, and entertain family and friends. Shirley enjoyed travelling, especially to Europe and Norway, and wintering in Florida. She was a member of Bible Baptist Church of Utica for 30 years. Shirley is survived by her husband of 61 years, Bob; two sons, Ken and Brad (Mary); eight grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Shane Hess; two brothers; and one sister. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at Bible Baptist Church of Utica, 2095 County Road W, Utica, with Rev. Ron Kutz officiating. Friends and relatives are invited to a luncheon, immediately following the services, in the church fellowship hall. Burial will take place in Lutheran Cemetery South. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of services Tuesday at church. Please share your memories.
Cress Funeral Service
206 W. Prospect Street
Stoughton, WI 53589
(608) 873-9244