Cleer, Shirley Jean (nee Besch) Asleep in Jesus on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Beloved wife of the late William “Will” Cleer. Dearest mother of Diane Hornsey, Karen (Mike) Hartmann, Scott Cleer and Keith (Laura) Cleer; loving grandmother of Kimberly (Brian) Preston, Lauren (Tom) O’Toole, Sarah Hartmann, Daniel Hornsey, Bradley (Rachel) Hartmann, William Cleer and Abigail Cleer; great-grandmother of Addalyn, Alec, Penelope, Bennett, Emmie and Eleanor; dear sister of Ed (Barbara) Besch, Ron (the late Sue) Besch, Dorothy (the late Walter) Busch, Carol (the late Rick) Brinker, the late Pat (Ernie) Carranza and Joan Conorino; dear sister-in-law of David (Sandy) Cleer; our dear aunt, cousin and friend.
Services: Funeral at KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd., Wednesday, January 7, at 10 a.m. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital appreciated. Visitation Tuesday, 4-7 p.m.
She was a w wonderful, thoughtful woman. My mom‘s best friend. I knew Shirley from the time I was a baby. She will be missed by many. I’m hoping she’s hanging in heaven with of course Willie but also my mom and dad. Those 4 had some amazing moments and great times together. Rest in Peace
Coach Cleer,
I’m very sorry to see this. Sending thoughts and prayers of comfort for you and your family during this time of loss.
Prayers of comfort to Lauren and Tom o’Toole & family during the loss of your Grandmother.. May her memories bring you peace, comfort and Joy.
Grandma will be missed entering in to the salon on Thursday morning with her whirl of happy greeting to all. Kim thanks for sharing your special grandmother with us. We will always remember the joy to have us all. 🙏
My prayer with you and your family in times like these, you need an ankle look to the heels which come with your all your help come from the Lord.
Psalms 27 :7-8-9 Hear, O Lord when I cry with my voice and mercy also upon me and answer me
Hide not thy face from far from in time like this
My deepest and sincerest condolences to the entire Cleer family. I am soooo very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of caring for Mrs. Cleer and she was truly an amazing soul to encounter each and every day. Mrs Cleer was the epitome of grace and class! I’d like to thank her entire family for allowing me the pleasure of experiencing such a beautiful person. Sending each family member virtual hugs and prayers of peace. 💐
Scott,! I’m very sorry to just be hearing about your mom! I know how much you loved her! Thinking of you and praying for your peace!!
I met Shirley playing in our monthly bridge club 47 ago.
She was such a fun lady and good cook ! We started out cooking when it was our turn every 8 months. I always admired her positive outlook.
She will be missed, but we have many great memories.
Sorry for your loss. Hugs from the Merrill family.