Shirley Lois Kukta, age 84, of Phoenix, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 in Tucson, Arizona. She was born on August 21, 1934 to the late Ross and Eileen (Pugh) Fulk in Olney, Illinois. After graduating high school Shirley married Donald Kukta in Illinois. She worked at Shamrock dairy in the mid-60's before moving to be an Electronics Producer for the Motorola Company. Shirley enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family. She is survived by her loving children, Paul and Joseph Kukta; her brother, Eugene Fulk; seven grandchildren; and many other loving family and friends. Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald; and her sister, Audrey Nelson. Visitation will be from 9:30 am to 10:00 am with the Funeral services to follow at 10:00 on Friday, April 12, 2019 at Shadow Mountain Mortuary, 2350 E. Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85022. Graveside services to follow at 11:30 am at Phoenix Memorial Park Cemetery, 2300 W. Beardsley Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85027.