Shirley Ann (Lawson) Brand of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the age of 71 years.  Shirley was born in Long Island, AL on October 22, 1953; the daughter of Bill Lawson and his wife, Frances (Guffy).

Shirley was employed at Footwear Unlimited in Fenton until her retirement.  She enjoyed reading, being in book clubs, and watching tv.  She was a very social lady who never met a stranger.  Shirley's family was everything to her, and nothing made her happier than spending time with her kids and grandchildren.  She loved family nights when everyone would come together, and she will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Frances Lawson; and ten siblings: Larry, Henry, Eunice, Leavie, Jack, Ruth, James, George, Bill, and Loretta.

She is survived by her three sons: Chris Brand and wife Tammy of Union, Eric Brand and wife Cora of Gerald, and Steven Brand and wife Katie of Marthasville; fourteen grandchildren: Crystin (Austin) Maple, Austin (Tiana) Brand, Morgan (Abby George) Brand, Corbin Brand, Jackson Brand, Maggie Brand, Christian Brand, Bentley Brand, Aaliyah Brand, Michael Brand, Ryder Brand, Caysin Brand, Alex Garcia, and Marcie Lettieri; nine great-grandchildren: Chase, Gavin, Grayson, Noah, Clayton, Paisley, Kyson, Mikelti, and Kendal; nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.