Shirley May Berkel

Shirley May Moore Berkel, 66, of 1423 S. Washington St., Harrisburg, passed away at her home on Friday, August 7, 2009 at 5 a.m. She was born in Equality on January 19, 1943, the daughter of William Cletus and Della May (Haney) Bean. Shirley was a retired correctional officer from Hardin County Work Camp. She married Bob Moore on September 8, 1961 and he preceded her in death on February 10, 1993. Shirley later married David Berkel on May 20, 1997 and he also preceded her in death on June 11, 2007. Shirley is survived by two sons; Darren Moore of Marion, Derek and Sarah Moore of Tolono; her brother, Bill and Barbara Bean of Equality; four grandchildren, Micaela Benton of Marion, Dylan Moore, Gavin Moore, and Deakin Moore, all of Tolono. She was preceded in death by parents, husbands, and one brother, Harold Bean. There will be a private family burial at Elmwood Cemetery near Equality. Vickery Funeral Chapel in Equality will be in charge of arrangements. Internet condolences may be made at www.vickeryfuneralchapel.com.