Shirley Kay Johnston-Hill, 64, of Bowie, TX died Wednesday, May 20, 2026, in Bowie.
Shirley was born February 27, 1962, to Ken and Rose Johnston. On April 13, 1991, she married Gary Hill in Irving, TX.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her brother Jimmy, her sister Karen and husband Gary.
Shirley is survived by daughters Jessica Hill of Ft. Worth, and Alyssa Hill of Wichita Falls.
A private burial will take place at a later date.
A special thank you to Advanced Rehab of Bowie & Hospice Plus of Wichita Falls for their compassionate care.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie, Texas.
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I remember Shirley in high school as one of the 'happy lights' to be around. She always had a funny quip and was always smiling. I loved her drama and musical gifts, and she was so hopelessly in love with one of our mutual friends. Shirley had a love for the Renaissance Festival and the Rocky Horror Picture Show. She described the movie to me long before I finally saw it as an adult (it seems that I missed all the fun stuff back then). Once, she had a party and her family allowed me to spend the night since I could not get a ride home. Thank you! Shirley once gave me a velvet blacklight poster for a Christmas gift that I still enjoy. I think about her when I see it.
A few years ago, she called me from north Texas and we had a few fun conversations. She will be missed. We need more purple Shirley light in this world.
Our love goes out to her family and close friends. May God soothe their hearts with His balm of healing and remembrance.
I'm so sorry to hear about Shirley's passing. I knew her back in high school, and we shared speech class together. She was always funny, quick-witted, and had a way of making those early‑morning practices feel a little lighter. Even after all these years, I remember her warmth. My heart goes out to her family and everyone who loved her. May her memory be a blessing.
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