Shirley Helen Bornfleth, 99, passed away December 21, 2016 in Rochester at Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Marys Campus.
Shirley was born March 8, 1917, the only child of Henry and Signe (Erickson) Hall. She married Raymond Bornfleth June 8, 1938 at Root Prairie Lutheran Church.
In her younger years, Shirley was very active in her church and community. She loved to be on many committees in her church. Shirley served as the president of the ELCW for four years, was superintendent of the Sunday school for three years and church historian for over twenty years. She loved to organize short skits for adults to take part in during Christmas and Easter services. Shirley was also on the committee celebrating the 100th anniversary of Root Prairie Lutheran Church and wrote a book detailing the church’s history.
Shirley is lovingly remembered by her son, James Bornfleth of La Crosse; six grandchildren: Barbara Hammill of Austin; Richard Utley of Rochester; Michael Lutz of Austin, Tex.; Scott (Amber) Lutz of Rochester; and Staci Lutz of Rochester. Granddaughter-in-law Lori Eaton (Douglas) of Rochester also survives. Shirley’s legacy includes 11 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
Shirley is preceded in death by husband Raymond, daughter Charlotte Lutz, and grandson Steven Utley.
Shirley was the oldest of five generations: second – Charlotte Lutz, daughter, deceased April 17, 2012; third – Steven Utley, grandson, deceased September 27, 1995; fourth – Jacob Utley, great-grandson; fifth – Isabella Utley, great-great-granddaughter.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, December 31, 2016 at Root Prairie Lutheran Church, with Pastor Paul Bauch officiating.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to service on Saturday at the church.
Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a memory of Shirley with the family please visit www.rileyfuneralhomes.com.