Betty Lou Shively

Betty Lou Shively September 21, 1924 - January 22, 2009 Betty Lou Shively, 84a lifelong resident of Greenfield laid down her cross and picked up her crown on January 22, 2009. She was born September 21, 1924 to the late Willard B. and Mabel (Johnson) Fields. Betty Lou was a graduate of Greenfield High School and later married Robert A. Shively on April 29, 1943. Together they raised their five children and from 1953 until 1967 owned and operated Shivelys Grocery. Mrs. Shively also worked for the New Palestine School Cafeteria until 1974 and then the Indiana Highway Department, retiring in 1990. Betty Lou also sold Avon Products for 42 years. She was a member of Shiloh Christian Church where she was active in the Ladies Aide and choir, and a member of Psi Iota Xi Sorority. Betty Lou is survived by sons; Robert A. (Jane) Shively II of Hiram, GA., Michael D. (Laura) Shively of Shelbyville and Jay F. (Cathy) Shively of Shelbyville, daughters; Donna K. (Bill) Corbin of Monticello, IN., and Elizabeth N. (Tim) Couse of Greenfield, Brothers; Max (Betty) Fields of Greenfield and Earl (Dawn) Poe of Zionsville, thirteen wonderful grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Robert in 2005. Services for Mrs. Shively will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, January 26, 2009 at Stillinger Family Funeral Home, Pasco Chapel, 1780 W. Main Street, Greenfield with Pastor Fred Girdwood officiating. Burial will follow at Philadelphia Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m at the funeral home. Memorial Contributions may be made to Shiloh Christian Church. Comments I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I am sorry,as well that I am so far away. Our Prayers are with you all. To Beth ,my special and precious friend, I send " you a hug and grieve for your loss. I will be with you in thought and prayer the next few days. I also express my sympathy to Bobby, Donna , Michael & Jay, and your families.Betty Lou was a beautiful person . Pattie "Pepper" McCarty and Family Patricia McCarty - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM Dear Beth and family: Please accept my sincere condolences. It was a privilege to know Betty Lou - she " was a very special person. Carol Brown Carol Brown - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM To the family, please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. Mrs Shively was SUCH A SWEET person whom I recall with great fondness during my days at NPHS. " Always cheerful and smiling, with that special wink in her eyes! I'm sure she's wearing her crown very proudly and will watch over each and every one of you!! God Bless Jody Jarrett - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM Beth, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. " Stacy Winans Stacy Winans - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM Beth, " My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Blessings Lisa Belas - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM