“Together Again”
Shirley Janet Hartman, 91, of Wooster died on Sunday, August 31, 2025 at Wayne Manor.
She was born September 12, 1933 in Wooster to Arthur and Gail Finley Odenkirk. On July 31, 1953, she married Richard “Dick” Hartman. They were married for over 70 years prior to his death in 2023.
Shirley had worked as a telephone operator and a cook at various restaurants as well as the YMCA where she cooked for service clubs. She loved quilting, sewing, reading, cooking, baking, visiting with her neighbors, plants, flowers and attending her grandchildren’s sporting events.
She is survived by her children Pamela (Frank) Meshew, Nancy (Ron) Sands, Rick (Sandy) Hartman, Tom Hartman all of Wooster; Andy (Mindy) Hartman of Apple Creek; grandchildren Matt Meshew, Bryon (Sarah) Meshew, Beth (Jason) Gerber, Todd Sands, Melanie (Jay) Mowrer, Megan (Zach) Jolly, Kyle Hartman, Ty (Tonya) Hartman, Marissa (Robbie) Wilson, and Chantel Meshew; great-grandchildren Aeron, Addyson, Izabel and Izzak Meshew, Hayden and Harper Gerber, Eliana and Alethea Sands, Madeline, Jeret and Clay Mowrer; Julia, Emma, Dani and Aria Jolly, Easton and Bostyn Hartman, Blakely and Navy Wilson; brother Richard (Ruth Ann) Odenkirk of Wooster; sisters-in-law Jo Anne Jolliff and Doris Snoddy both of Wooster.
Along with her husband, Shirley was preceded in death by an infant child, her parents and sister Sally Porter.
A private family service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Crossroads Hospice, 3743 Boettler Oaks Dr Ste E, Uniontown, OH 44685.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
Tom and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Im so sad to hear of her passing! Lots of memories with her and your family. Sending thoughts and prayers to all of you!
We are so sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. You all are in our prayers.
I am sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I often think of the years we lived across the street from each other on Skylark.
Shirley was a wonderful neighbor. Had many backyard chats when she and Dick lived next door. Remembering the family in our prayers.
Rick sorry to hear about your mother. We missed the announcement of your dad’s passing a couple years ago. Remembering all the times we would encounter your dad at the market! Those were the good old days.
Oh sweet Shirley! So sorry to hear of her death, but she will be fondly remembered by so many people! Our love and prayers for all of you, her family. Cherish the memories!
Tom, Kyle : So very sorry to read of the passing of your Mother & Grandmother. Condolences to the rest of Shirley’s family also.May you have peace knowing she is resting with your Dad in the arms of Jesus. 🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻
Sending our sympathy and love to Shirley’s family. Loosing a parent is never easy, I pray your memories will be a comfort ,and knowing how much she loved you , will bring a smile to your heart.
Please accept my sincere condolences. Shirley and Dick lived around the corner from me and I would stop and chat with them on my walks. What a sweet couple who are together again.
To all of Hartman children, Im so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. I remember your mom always cooking supper , there were nights i would tell my mom i wished she didnt wirk so she could the meaks your made. Such a wierd thing to think of. Prayers to you all.
Namcy thinking of you and your entire family at this difficult time. Know you all made lots of memories over the years and those will carry you through the days ahead and think of your mom. They will bring smiles and comfort.