Shirley R. Lucero Estrada

Shirley R. Lucero Estrada, 69, of McPherson, passed away on Friday, February 26, 2016, surrounded by family at McPherson Hospital. She had worked as a CNA in the McPherson County area for 34 years.

Shirley was born on August 24, 1946, in Las Animas, CO, the daughter of Ralph and Flossie (Hernandez) Lucero. She graduated from Las Animas High School in Colorado and attended Otero College in La Junta, Colorado.

Shirley enjoyed playing bingo and lottery. Her two Chihuahuas, Paco and Chapita, were extra special to her.

Survivors include: her companion of over 30 years, Harold Allen of the home; three sons, Matthew Lucero of McPherson, KS, Ronnie Lucero and wife, Paula, of Thorton, CO, and Lonnie Lucero and wife, Bonnie, of Lakewood, CO; sister, Betty Trujillo; four brothers, Pete Lucero, Jerry Lucero, Louie Lucero, and Lupe Lucero; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by; her parents, Ralph and Flossie Lucero; son, Vernon Pat Velasquez; brothers, Ralph Lucero, Raymond Lucero, and Joe Lucero.

A memorial service will be held in Colorado.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Shirley R. Lucero Estrada memorial fund in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Shirley R. Lucero Estrada please visit our Sympathy Store.