by Barbara DeCofano

Shirley Weston was born and raised in the “Wild Prairie Rose” state of Iowa; moving to Van Nuys, CA in 1977. Shirley’s two sons still live in Iowa.

In Van Nuys, Shirley supervised 17 girls while working at a candy-confectionary store. One of their unique specialties was making complete replicas of a “Monopoly” board game out of chocolate that was in full color and sold for $600 each.

Shirley lived in the North State from 1980-1987 and worked at Shasta Convalescent Hospital in Redding. She moved to Flournoy, CA where she met her future husband, Charles, at church. They were married in 1990 and retired in Flourney.

Shirley became Charles’ major caregiver when he was struck with Multiple Sclerosis. Although the job was difficult and extremely heartbreaking, her relationship with the Lord was further strengthened.

Two years ago she moved to the Regency Place Apartments in Anderson and has since bought her own home. Her brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Toni Tompkins, are close by and also attend NCAC.

Raised in a Christian home, Shirley received Christ as her Savior in 1979. She is especially fond of the Psalms and says, “I could not live without our Lord; everyday He is doing something for me.” She loves attending Harvesters and works on the TALK. She is always ready to lend a helping hand where needed.

Shirley wasted no time in becoming active in the community, joining in activities at the Anderson Senior Center where she is a member of the Board of Directors. She picks up food three times weekly from the Holiday Market and delivers to the Center.

Shirley enjoys quilting,

gardening and cooking, especially baking. Her home is shared with “Powder,” a four year old “mixed” dog.