Shirley Jean Jackson

Shirley Jean Jackson, 85, of Arvada, Colorado, passed away on July 4, 2026.

Shirley was born to Rachel Marie Engleman in Saganaw, Michigan. When she was five years old, she moved to Denver, Colorado.

Shirley was a compassionate, caring, thoughtful person who loved people, children and animals. She saw the best in everyone. She was an avid baker who enjoyed cake decorating, making delicious cinnamon roIls and amazing carrot cake. She found so much joy in doing special things for others.

Shirley was proceeded in death by her husband Robert. She was a wonderful mother to her children, Nannette and Bryan, who survive them.

Please join us for a Celebration of Life at 1:00 p.m. on August 21, 2026 at Peace Lutheran Church, 5675 Field St. in Arvada, Colorado, 80002.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to https://www.aspca.org/