Shirley C. Simpson Cocoa Shirley C. Simpson passed peacefully into heaven on Friday, April 9, 2010. She was a loving wife for 48 years to Gerald whom preceded her in death. Shirley was loved and admired by her family and friends. She worked for the school system for over 30 years. But her most impor tant job in life was to be a loving wife and mother to Tarra (Dave), Carla (Greg), Jerry (Valerie), Dean pre deceased, Darrell (Darla), Liz (David), David (Laura) and Kricket (Shannon). Also surviving are 20 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Calling hours will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, April 11, 2010 at Brevard Memorial Funeral Home in Cocoa. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Monday at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Cemetery.