Storm Lake Times Pilot

Shirley Eaton


Shirley J. Eaton, 92, of Alta, died Dec. 9, 2020 at Methodist Manor Retirement Community in Storm Lake surrounded by her husband and son.

Private family graveside was held on Monday, Dec. 14, at Oak Hill Cemetery in Tama. Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Alta was in charge of the arrangements.

Shirley Jean Moyer was born Aug. 22, 1928 to Carl and Gladys Moyer in Tama.

She graduated from Tama High School. After graduation, she attended University of Iowa and graduated with a nursing degree. She worked as a nurse at the University of Iowa and in Colorado Springs, Colo., as well as hospitals in Marshalltown and Grinnell. Later she worked at the Kjolhede Nursing home in Alta and Methodist Manor in Storm Lake.

On Aug. 12, 1951 Shirley was united in marriage to James Eaton. Together, they were blessed with two sons: James Carl and John Floyd. They lived in Grinnell prior to moving to Alta in 1960.

Shirley enjoyed her home and loved her family and friends. She enjoyed all animals and her flower garden. She was a member of various clubs including, Study, PEO and Bridge.

She is survived by her husband James; and son James C. (Linda).

Shirley was preceded in death by her son John; parents Carl and Gladys Moyer; and in-laws.