Shirley Jean (McCool) Jones, 91, passed away in Westminster, CO on February 25, 2021. The youngest of seven, Shirley was born on September 9, 1929 in Denver, CO to William and May McCool. She and her husband Royce Jones were married on December 13, 1975. Their marriage brought love and joy to their loved ones. She is survived by her children, Sue Williams, Jan Johnson, Connie Polcyn, Linda Brooks, Royce Jones Jr., Russell Jones, and Ronald Jones. She is also survived by her 18 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, and various nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her siblings; parents; husband, Royce; daughter Nancy Mender; and son, Richard Jones.
Shirley was a determined worker and retired from US West in 1986. During their retirement, she and her husband traveled across the country and visited their friends and family. She also made visits to Spain and Ireland. After her husband passed in 2005, she spent her time volunteering at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science in Denver until 2016 and North Suburban Hospital in Thornton until 2018.
Shirley lived a long and rich life. She traveled all around the US and made it Spain and Ireland as well. She was loved deeply and will be missed by everyone whose lives she touched.
A memorial service will be held Friday, March 5, 2021 at 12:00pm MST. Due to the local gathering restrictions, the service is also available virtually at www.facebook.com/Olingerhighland for all those who wish to take part.
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