Shirlee Ann Ernst (nee: Srakar), age 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 16, 2023. She was born on April 9, 1937, to Frank and Ann (nee: Baron) Srakar.

A woman of diverse passions, Shirlee found joy in the simple pleasures of life. Her love for cooking brought warmth and flavor to countless family gatherings, creating a legacy of shared meals and cherished recipes. Shirlee’s passion for dance illuminated the moments she shared with friends and family.

Known for her spirited nature, Shirlee embraced the thrill of gambling, finding excitement and camaraderie in games of chance. Her creative spirit shone through in the beautiful jewelry she crafted, leaving behind tangible expressions of her artistry.

Swimming was a source of serenity for Shirlee, and the water became a canvas for memories of leisure and joy. Above all, her greatest happiness was found in spending time with family, creating a tapestry of love that spans generations.

Shirlee is survived by her sons Rick (Jane) Lundstrom and Randy (Jeannie) Lundstrom, both of Hambden Twp.; stepchildren Joe Ernst of Hambden Twp. and Sandy Madama of Phoenix, AZ; grandchildren Libby (Scott) Pallutch, Gerald (Shennen) Baird, Rick (Erin) Lundstrom, RJ (Elizabeth Rose) Lundstrom, and Julia Ann Lundstrom; great-grandchildren Sarah, Megan, and Lindsey Pallutch, Tommy Douglas, Jace, Kaylee, and Chloe Lundstrom.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Howard Ernst, daughter Rhonda Baird, siblings Pearl Wilber, and Barbara Keener, and infant brother.

Shirlee’s family cordially invites friends and loved ones to join them in a gathering to honor and celebrate her life. The event will take place on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at Burr Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South Street, Chardon. Burial will immediately follow at Chardon Municipal Cemetery, Chardon.

Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Chardon, Ohio. For more information and to share condolences, please visit www.burrservice.com.