Shilrley Joyce Strauss, 76, of Gonzales, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2011 in Huntsville, TX. Shirley was born April 24, 1935 in Middletown, PA, to John and Josephine Slesser. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 53 years, Ronald E. Strauss and her great granddaughter Yvonne Dnae Dudley. Surivors include her Daughters, Eugenia Hanna of Huntsville, Carlotta Walker of Gonzales, Charlese Strauss of Gonzales; Sons, Ronald Strauss Jr. of Denton, Quintin Strauss of Gonzales; 2 Sisters, 14 Grandchildren, 17 Great Grandchildren.