Nora Jean Perry Shimley
June 23, 1938 ~ May 2, 2016
Born in:
Denver, CO
Resided in:
Monroe, GA
Nora Jean Perry Shimley, age 77, of Monroe, GA passed away Monday, May 2, 2016. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mattie Ailene Morse Perry, father, Richard Barr Perry, sister, Linda Lou Downes Winters and grandson, Johnathan Gregory Hammett. She is survived by daughters, Janelle Antonia Shimley Burns; Karen Jean Shimley Reynolds; son, Vance Elliott Shimley; grandchildren, Michael and Blake Burns, Chad, Kyle and Brittany Reynolds, Courtney Shimley Haley and Alan Shimley; great-grandchildren, Spencer Hammett; Dakota, Aiyana, and Adalynn Haley; Aaliyah Shimley; Alyssa Moss, Trinity and Autumn Burns; sister, Mary “Becky” Elizabeth Perry Osborne; brother, Hugh Melvin Downes; aunt, Mary Abileen Morse Heithcock of Nashville, TN. Jean was born in Denver, CO and raised in Nashville, TN, where she attended Howard High School. She married Elliott Shimley in Denver, CO and moved to Gwinnett County in 1965 and raised their family. She was PTA President of Lilburn Elementary for several years while her children were in school. She was a founding member of the Lilburn Library. She was a creative writing instructor for Gwinnett Parks and Recreation and taught adult literacy at Gwinnett Technical College. She was a member and active volunteer at First United Methodist Church of Monroe, and was known as “Mrs. Clause” at the Vines Botanical Gardens during Christmas events. She was an Author of several childrens’ books which were inspired by her grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at Gwinnett Memorial Park with Rev. Dr. Dane G. Wagner officiating. Those desiring may send flowers or make a donation to First United Methodist Church of Monroe, 400 South Broad Street, Monroe, GA 30655 or the American Cancer Society. Online condolences can be expressed at www.wagesandsons.com
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Dear Mom, I miss our talks, your laugh and your smile. Your patience was never-ending. Your love unconditional. Your faith unwavering. Your trust always forgiving. You were a woman of strong morals and virtuous character. Happy Mother’s Day. Love, Janelle
Janelle, So very sorry for the loss of your mother. She was such a very sweet lady. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Crissie & Eddie Mason
Karen, Janelle & Vance –
I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I read about it in the paper. I have many fond memories of her during high school days. She was such a sweet lady. Thinking of you at this time with sincere sympathy.
Cathi Dailey (Johnson)
A light went out in your family but lite up a star in heaven. I remember her Sadie Hawkins Day outfit and the beautiful dance during the Howard 1956 Talent Show. She was just a lovely person and all the boys loved her.
I am so glad I got to talk to her about two weeks ago. She was cooking for the family. I’m sure she will missed. Prayers for the family.
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. May the God of all comfort continue to be with you and your family during this difficult time. We all look forward to a time when death will be no more- Rev 21:4. Our prayers are with you.