Shirley Sterling Obituary

Shirley Ann Sterling

Shirley Ann Sterling, 87, of Tiffin, passed away Sunday afternoon, October 19, 2025, at her home.

She was born April 24, 1938, to Robert and Mary (Smith) Parkins. On April 12, 1975, she married Richard Sterling, celebrating their 50th anniversary this year.

Survivors include her husband, Richard of Tiffin; son, Dean Stahl of Tiffin; stepsons, Rickie Sterling of North Carolina and Randie (Debbie) Sterling of Tiffin; stepdaughters, Linda (Mike) Tippin and Robin (Butler) Stephens, both of Tiffin; brother, Terry (Joanne) Parkins of Elmore; 19 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Timothy Wayne Stahl; and her dog, Ava.

Shirley was a member of Faith United Methodist Church and a 1956 graduate of Columbian High School. She was a bookkeeper at Foodtown and enjoyed cruises, traveling the U.S.A. with friends, camping worldwide, playing cards, and dancing. She enjoyed the company of her many friends and classmates and loved hosting everyone at her home.

Her memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, October 24, 2025, at Faith United Methodist Church, 75 N. Sandusky Street, Tiffin, Ohio 44883, with Pastor Charlene Thomas officiating.

Friends may visit with family from 10 a.m. until time of service Friday at the Church.

Hoffmann-Gottfried-Mack Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family.

Memorial contribu-tions may be made to Faith United Methodist Church.

Condolences may be sent, and guestbook signed at www.hgmackfuneralhome.com.