James Oliver Shirley of Liberty, died Saturday January 14, 2017 at his residence surrounded by his family and friends. He was 81.
James was born June 8, 1935 in Daisetta, to Bernard Lyle Shirley and Loucile Drake. He had lived in Liberty, most of his life and was a self employed Independent Oilfield Consultant, and a U.S. Army veteran.
He is survived by his wife LaDell Shirley of Liberty; son, Kenneth Shirley of Denham Springs, LA; and daughter, Karmon Shirley DuBose and husband Jim of Beaumont. Life long friend, Roy Baucum of Liberty, and grandchildren, Madison Zickefoose and Sloane Zickefoose.
Those wishing to make memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Valley Exposition Scholarship Fund 321 Wallisville Rd, Liberty, TX 77575. Cremation under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc.