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"Shirley A. Niekamp, 87, of Quincy, IL, passed away at 11:40 AM Sunday, June 21, 2020, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.A private visitation will be held at the O&#39;Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home in Quincy.A Funeral Service will be at 11:00 AM Friday, June 26, 2020, at the O&#39;Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home in Quincy. Rev. Steve Disseler will officiate. Burial will follow at Quincy Memorial Park in Quincy.Shirley was born January 1, 1933, in Alexandria, MO to Bessie Ambrose.She was married to William A. &quot;Sonny&quot; Niekamp on May 22, 1954 in St. Paul United Church of Christ in Fowler, IL. He preceded her in death on March 15, 2018.Shirley is survived by one son, Daniel &quot;Dan&quot; Niekamp (Annette) of Quincy, IL; three grandchildren, Sarah Roberts (Chad) of Quincy, IL, Marisa Zirlin (Brian) of St. Charles, IL, and Adam Niekamp (Niki) of Quincy, IL; seven great-grandchildren, Elaina Roberts, Claire Roberts, Declan Roberts, Colin Zirlin, Noel Zirlin, Paisley Niekamp, and Cooper Niekamp; one great-great-grandchild, Braxton Hummel; one step-brother, Frank Hedrick; and numerous cousins.In addition to her husband, Shirley is preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Ed Ambrose; one sister, Betty Koehler; and two step-brothers, Jim Hedrick, and Don Hedrick.Professionally, Shirley retired in 1993 as the Assistant Manager of Sears after 40 years of service.Shirley loved bird watching and feeding, especially cardinal birds. She was an avid gambler and enjoyed traveling to different casinos. She also enjoyed camping, traveling, and occasionally fishing.Memorial contributions may be made to Blessing Cancer Center.Pallbearers will be Adam Niekamp, Cooper Niekamp, Marisa Zirlin, Brian Zirlin, Colin Zirlin, Noel Zirlin, Chad Roberts, and Declan Roberts."
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