"I was so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. I just received the obituary from my mom out of the Peterson Patriot. Taryn was a friend and classmate and I often rode my old horse Smokey out to their farm to visit. Prayers go with you all. Amy"
In loving memory of
Shirley Ann Tatman
September 23, 1932 - July 16, 2009
Shirley Ann Schneider was born September 23, 1932 in Emmetsburg, Iowa, the daughter of Elmer and Clara (Laubenthal) Schneider. She was a 1950 graduate of Emmetsburg High School.
On February 4, 1954, Shirley was united in marriage to James Tatman in Graettinger, Iowa. The couple made their home in Graettinger where they raised their eight children.
Shirley was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and the Altar and Rosary Society. She enjoyed gardening, bird watching and collecting dolls. Most of all, Shirley loved to spend time with her family.
On July 16, 2009, Shirley passed away at the Mercy Medical Center in Mason City.
Left to cherish her memory are her seven children: Taryn Tindall (Bob), Lorraine Koekenhoff (special friend, Kevin Stiles), Mary Enderton (Joe) all of Graettinger, Kathy O'Bannon (Norm) of Alta, John Tatman (Lynn) of Graettinger, Lynn Meyer (Brent) of Alta and Jenny Schany of Graettinger; daughter-in-law, Margaret Tatman; sister, Ella Mae Schuller (Clarence) of Mallard; 22 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son, James; three brothers: James, Alvin and Jerry Schneider; and her step-father, John Nolan.
Tributes
"Jenny, Lynn, John, Kathy, Mary, Lorraine Sorry to here about your mom. Our deepest sympathy to all of you."
"To the Tatman children and families: My thoughts are with all of you after the loss of your mother. It was evident of the closeness that all of you and your in-laws had with her. She was very lucky to have so many arms around her. I hope that you are all able to smile when you think of her memories and smile. There will still be tears of loss, but memories of life live forever. That is something that can't be taken away. My thoughts to all of you. "
"We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. I have had the pleasure of caring for her. She was a wonderful sweet lady. May you find peace knowing she is suffering no longer. We will be keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers."
"Jenny, Lynn, John, Kathy, Mary, Lorraine Sorry to here about your mom. Our deepest sympathy to all of you."