Shirley M. Treadway, age 78 of Lima, passed at 11:43 a.m., Monday, November 9, 2020 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born February 12, 1942 in Lewistown, Ohio; to the late Charles Edward and Hazel Marie Dennis Duckworth.

Shirley started her RN career at Lima Memorial Hospital, followed by many years at Lima Manor and ended with a few years with Heritage Home Health Care. She was a member of Church of Jesus Christ Lima Restoration Branch where she was active in church functions. She loved to read anything, shopping at thrift stores, and loved animals. She loved being in her flower garden and visiting different areas getting starts to put in her own garden. The thing she treasured most, was her family and spending time together.

Survivors include a son – John Treadway of Lima; a daughter – Cynthia R. Hites of Lima; 7 Grandchildren – Mandy Treadway, Amber Carson; Kristen Hites; Keria Hites; Breanna Hites; Tyler Hites; Taylor Hites; and 17 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a brother – Dale Edward Duckworth.

Shirley’s funeral services are pending.