Chelsey Shirley

January 13, 1992 ~
September 19, 2023

Chelsey Shirley, age 31, of Caledonia, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. Chelsey had a permanent and infectious smile and if you asked anyone who knew her, they would say that she was always a shining light to those around her. She was a hard worker and very intelligent, earning many accolades in school. She graduated from Central Michigan University with a Masters in Human Resources Administration and worked for Hulst-Jepsen Physical Therapy. She loved dogs, reading, and camping at Ludington State Park. More than anything though, Chelsey loved being a wife to Nick and a mom to Ada Jean. She always wanted to be a mom and when Ada was born, she became her whole world. Chelsey was a kind and generous soul who always put others ahead of herself and she will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Charles and Grace Watson, George and Shirley Janose. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Nick Shirley; daughter, Ada Jean; parents, Mark and Laretha Janose; siblings, Kyle Janose, Paul (Christina) McCarthy; parents-in-law, Mark and Beth Shirley; siblings-in-law, Madison (Brent) Stephens, Jackson Shirley; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be held 11 am Wednesday, September 27 at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Kentwood. Burial will be held at Idlewild Cemetery in Kent City. Relatives and friends may meet the family Wednesday an hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (https://msfocus.org/Donate.aspx)

Visitation
Wednesday, September 27
10:00am - 11:00am

MKD - Kentwood
4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE
Kentwood, MI 49508
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Phone: (616) 455-1535

Funeral Service
Wednesday, September 27
11:00am

MKD - Kentwood
4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE
Kentwood, MI 49508
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Phone: (616) 455-1535

Leave Your Tribute Message

September 27, 2023 8:48pm
Chelsey, I will never forget you and your loving heart when you reached out to me when my son, Josh Stedman, tragically died. You were so warm, tender hearted, loving, and sweet. I knew you wore your heart on your sleeve for others. The tears that you, Kate and myself shared at lunch when we first met, I will forever hold close in my heart. Give Josh a great big hug for me! I'm praying for Nick, your adorable little girl and the family. Rest with the Angels, Chelsey. Michelle Milanowski

- Michelle Milanowski

September 27, 2023 4:24pm
Chelsey- I will always remember your constant smile and cheerful energy. You made me feel so welcome during my time working at HJPT. I am thinking of you and your family.

- Shelby Toren

September 23, 2023 3:41pm
Chelsey, or CJ (back in your HS years), you have left a wonderful legacy and that should be everyone's goal. From those early years on the cross country course, we all appreciated your gregarious personality and leadership abilities. You were always helpful, hard working, and cheerful. You were a fantastic role model. I know you're enjoying being in the presence of Jesus, but I'm praying for comfort for the rest of us you left behind, especially your parents, husband, and daughter. --Your coach and friend, Jill Evers

- Jill Evers

September 21, 2023 3:19pm
Chelsey, You were such a shining light and I was truly blessed to have known you. You were so loved at Hulst Jepsen! It’s just never going to be the same. We will all miss your beautiful smile, your laughter and all the kindness you showed towards all of us. Sending prayers that God may comfort your family through this difficult time.

- Krista Byer

September 21, 2023 9:08am
Chelsey- I am so blessed to have worked with you all these years at Hulst Jepsen. I’ve loved seeing you become a dog mom, excel at your career, get married, and be the best mama to Ada. You always exuded happiness and we’re able to make very one smile and feel welcome. You have no idea the impact you have had on all of us and just how much you will be missed! Prayers to Nick, Ada, and family -Jessica Buikema

- Jessica Buikema

September 21, 2023 8:44am
Chels, there are no amount of words that can describe who you were and the number of people your shining, loving personality impacted. Thank you for being one of my first friends at HJPT and for all the many memories that have come from our time there together and after. Your friendship is one I will treasure forever. No other work BFF like you. I am praying for all of your friends, Nick, Ada Jean, and your families. Your legacy will live on through your sweet little girl and I know we all take comfort in knowing we will see your smile again.

- Desiree Smalley

September 20, 2023 9:24pm
Chelsey Ann, words cannot express how glad I am that you came into my life way back in our high school days. I am so beyond blessed to have called you a friend and also a coworker. I was able to watch you achieve your career goals, meet the love of your life, and bring the most beautiful girl into this world. I miss your smile and your giggles so very much already. Nick, Ada & family, I’m thinking of and praying for you all as you navigate the days ahead.

- Sydney Baker




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