Shirley A. Williamson

Shirley Williamson, 84, was reunited with the love of her life and husband of more than 50 years, Larry Williamson, in the house of our lord on September 11, 2016.

Shirley was born the youngest of 5 girls to William and Iva Milliron on April 7, 1932 in Pomeroy, WA. Her father worked for the railroad so her family moved often while she was growing up. They lived for a while in Pomeroy, Maringold, Walla Walla, and even homesteaded in the Tucannon for a while as a young girl.

As a young adult Shirley lived in old Wallula, WA. It was while living there she was introduced to Larry Williamson on a blind date. They fell in love; 6 weeks and 2 days later were wed on August 12, 1950 in Wallula. They moved to the Tri-Cities, settling in Richland where they raised 3 children, their daughter, Pam Shelton (Ken Artz), son, Mike (Debbie) Williamson, and daughter, Teresa St. George.

Shirley was a homemaker and took great pride in her family. Shirley and Larry spent many camping and fishing trips together with friends and family. Memories she always cherished. On spare weekends she liked going to yard sales, always looking for that special treasure she couldn’t live without. She also truly enjoyed her beautiful yard and spent endless hours working in her many flower beds and gardens.

Shirley is preceded in death by her husband, parents, and sisters. She is survived by her three children, four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren and her four legged companion, Tiny.

At Shirley’s request there will be visitation Monday, September 19, 2016 from 5:00pm-7:00pm at Einan’s at Sunset in Richland. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at Sunset Gardens in Richland at 11am.