In Remembrance Of
Shirley Zismer
Shirley Zismer, 89, of Paradise, MO passed away, July 25, 2022.
She was born on May 12, 1933 to Loren George and Evelyn Marie (Blackmoore) Bentley in Kansas City, MO. Shirley graduated from North Kansas City High School in 1952.
Shirley lived in Paradise, MO where she raised her family. She worked as a cook at the Spelman Memorial Hospital in Smithville for over 20 years. Shirley was a local legend on the softball field and was known for her dominate pitching and she enjoyed playing golf. She was an artist and loved to paint and draw.
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, son, Douglas Zismer, daughter-in-law, Sheila Zismer and one sister, Laura Mae Bentley, brother-in-law, Ted Stevenson.
She is survived by her children, Angela (Thomas) Mandina, Sandra (Michael) Callahan, David Zismer, and Edward (Tasha) Zismer; former husband, Willis D. Zismer; grandchildren, Lisa, Sarah and Anna Mandina, Brandi (Jeff) Duthoo, Chad Zismer, Kyle (Kori) Zismer, Ryan Essex, and Mackenzie and Abigail Zismer; numerous great-grandchildren; brothers, George (Donna) Bentley and Lawrence (Dorothy) Bentley; sisters, Joyce (Jim) McClaskey and Janet Stevenson; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
A Celebration of Life Visitation: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday August 10th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville, MO (104 W Church Street, Smithville, MO 64089)
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Peggy Persinger
I give my condolences to all of the Family. I used to stay with Aunt Shirley growing up I have a lot of great memories she was always fun! I’ll miss all those homemade cards . R.I.P. Aunt Shirley love you!
Peggy Matthys
I am so sorry for your loss
I worked with Shirley many years at the hospital.
She was a talented painter and a great cook.
She touched so many lives
Peggy Matthys
Melva Ashlock
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Shiley and my prayers are with her family. I was very fortunate to have been a teammate of Shirley’s on the “older ladies” softball team. She was one fantastic pitcher and I had the privilege of catching her at times. Playing shortstop behind her I got to see the reactions of the batters. She blew them away which resulted in many wins. Very wonderful memories. I lost touch with her over the years but I’ve always cherished those memories.
Vicky Deering
Prayers to Shirley’s Family
David, I have so many memories of all the laughs your mom and I shared ! You and your Mom was like 2 peas in a pod . Good hearted people like you two are the kind of bestest friends that one is lucky to have!
Cindy Roberts
So sorry for your loss. Shirley was a sweet lady. I worked with her for many years and enjoyed her friendship and laughter. Prayers for all
Jan Mccrackin/Blakely
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Steve Bentley
I sure will always remember you Aunt Shirley!
George And Donna Bentley
Miss you more and more each day. You are a great sister. and I love you!
CLARIDAY, PAULI
If we are lucky enough to have a childhood legend, then I am one lucky grownup. She was tough and funny and wickedly talented. I don’t even know all the talents she possessed, but every time I turned around she was doing something new.
The news of her passing broke my heart. She was like a second mom to me.
Hugs to you all!
Mari (Gilliam) Owen
Sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. Have lots of Paradise memories.
Our thoughts and prayers
Ward Norma
Thoughts and prayers to the family and a big thank you to Shirley for all the memories of fun, laughter and all the wins on the softball field. We were quite the duo, your legacy as an athlete artist and good friend will never die.. See you on the diamond.
Richard Cox
Sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.
Cathy Judy
I was lucky enough to catch Shirley on “the old ladies” team for a few years. I only received 1 broken finger and many bruised palms. She was truly a phenom. I hope she’s pitching on “A League of Our Own” and I can catch a few more in the future. RIP.