Barbara J. Shirey, 84, of rural South Whitley, died Friday, Aug. 7, 2015, at her home.

She was born Nov. 17, 1930, in Beaver County, Penn., a daughter of Robert A. and Buelah (Sproat) Diebold. As a young girl, her family moved to Roanoke, and later Fort Wayne before moving to Coesse. Barbara graduated from Coesse High School.

Following her high school graduation, she resided in Kosciusko County where she was employed at Credit Bureau of Kosciusko County, Mutual Federal Savings & Loan, 1st National Bank and Lake City Bank.

She was a member of Columbia City Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Surviving relatives include three children: Diana L. (Rick) Kuckuck of South Whitley; John L. Shirey of Mentone; and Richard A. (Trudy R.) Shirey of South Whitley; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

A sister, Jocelyn Sturgill, preceded her in death.

A memorial service will be held at a later date at the Columbia City Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Preferred memorials are to Columbia City Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Arrangements are being completed by Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City.