Shirley Ann Bowles, 84, of Metropolis, IL, died October 27, 2026. Shirley was born June 5, 1942. Arrangements are by Aikins-Farmer-Loftus-McManus Funeral Home.
Updated · Source: Aikins-Farmer-Loftus-McManus Funeral Home
Shirley grew up and lived in Metropolis, Illinois, where she was a longtime member of Immanuel Baptist Church. She was married to Lewis Bowles for 56 years until his death, and she enjoyed time with friends, dancing, Elvis and animals, especially cats. She is survived by children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Summarized from the full obituary at Aikins-Farmer-Loftus-McManus Funeral Home.
Services
- Nov7
Celebration of life
Immanuel Baptist Church-Metropolis
Saturday at 11:00 AM · 1119 Market Street, Metropolis, IL 62960
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- When is Shirley Ann Bowles’s celebration of life?
- Shirley Ann Bowles’s celebration of life is November 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM, at Immanuel Baptist Church-Metropolis, 1119 Market Street, Metropolis, IL 62960.
- How old was Shirley Ann Bowles?
- Shirley Ann Bowles of Metropolis, IL was 84 when Shirley died on October 27, 2026; Shirley was born June 5, 1942.
- Which funeral home is handling Shirley’s arrangements?
- Aikins-Farmer-Loftus-McManus Funeral Home is handling arrangements for Shirley Ann Bowles and publishes the full obituary, guestbook and flower orders on its website.