Shirley Ann Staggs, 82, of New Castle passed away on the morning of Monday, November 27, 2023.
She was born on August 15, 1941 in Anderson, IN, a daughter of the late Cleo W. Lawson and Lois R. (husband: Earl) Thompson.
Shirley graduated from Markleville High School in 1957. She worked as a custodian for Ball State University for 25 years before retiring. Shirley enjoyed her horses, the family farm and spending time with family.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Debra (husband: Jim) Wilkinson of New Castle, Denise (husband: Andy) Dent of Fort Wayne, Randy (wife: Sherri) Moore of Anderson, SC, William (wife: Angela) Moore of New Castle; her step-children, Faye Markowitz of Wisconsin, Caito Towne, Troy Towne and Roy Towne all of Arizona; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; special friends, Butch and Jan Whittenburg and her favorite dog, Jasper.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 30 years, Roy C. “R.C.” Staggs; a son, Danne Riggs;…