Shirleen Witherspoon

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

With profound sadness, we mourn the passing of our beloved mother, Shirleen Witherspoon, on June 4, 2026. Born in San Rafael, CA on January 19, 1966, Shirleen was a beacon of light and joy to those lucky enough to know her. Known affectionately as the "Donut Lady", she brought warmth and sweetness to our lives just like the donuts she so lovingly crafted in her 30-year career as a manager of the Donut Hole in Webb City.

Shirleen was a woman of great faith, reminding us of the verse, "She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future." (Proverbs 31:25). Her adventurous spirit led her to explore different churches beyond her initial Baptist roots. Her journeys in faith were as diverse as the places she lived, from the bustling city of Argentina to the quaint towns of Missouri like Carthage, Webb City, and Joplin. She was a compassionate and loving soul, always bringing people together around bonfires and family get-togethers. She loved crocheting, solving word puzzles, and watching shows with her children, creating memorable moments that we cherish dearly.

Shirleen was thoughtful and dedicated, particularly when it came to her children and grandchildren. They were the world to her, the love she had for them was immeasurable. Her passion for life, her kindness, and her ability to make everyone around her feel loved and special are qualities that will be greatly missed. The people whose lives she touched will forever carry her within their heart. She is survived by her parents, John and Linda Witherspoon; her children Gary Fox, Alicia Cole, and John Fox;, her ex-husband Larry Fox; her brothers David and Stephen Witherspoon; her mother-in-law Lyvon Fox; sister-in-law Carrie Goodwin; brother-in-law John Goodwin; and son-in-law Kristopher Cole.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Simpson Funeral Home. The family encourages relatives and friends to visit www.simpsonfh.com to share photos and memories of our beloved Shirleen. Your stories and pictures are a treasure to us, and we invite you to share them, to remember and celebrate the life of this extraordinary woman.