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Shirley Ann Bonsell

Sept. 8, 1934 – Feb. 10, 2026

Shirley Ann Bonsell, 91, of Tyrone, died Tuesday at her residence. She was born in Tyrone, the daughter of the late Clyde M. and Helen (Wolford) Keith.

She was married on Feb. 19, 1952, to Donnie W. Bonsell Sr. He preceded her in death Jan. 30, 2017.

She is survived by her children: Donnie W. Jr. (Cathy), Cathy Myers (Dennis), Holley Hampton (Bob), Scott Bonsell (Susan), Matthew Bonsell (Alison) and Donna Ross; 16 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Clyde M. Keith Jr.

Shirley was preceded in death by siblings: a sister, Peggy Hemcherick; and brother, Charles Keith.

She attended the Wesley Methodist Church for many years and always loved going to beaches and camping.

Shirley worked at Widman’s Store and retired from Epworth Manor after 25 years of service.

Friends will be received from 2 until the 4 p.m. funeral service Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, at Derman Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone, with Pastor Mark Mohnkern officiating. Interment will be at Blair Memorial Park.

Contributions in her memory may be made to Family Hospice, 20 Sheraton Drive, Altoona, PA 16601.