11 Eleven days till Christmas & 11 days since I saw My mother alive. 10 Ten strings of lights on the tree, but still not enough light 9 Nine Christmas decoration that say JOY but ...... 8 Eight hours on a rare night of good sleep to forget she's gone. 7 - Seven inches chopped off my hair to try to feel lighter. 6- Six seats at my table but 1 will stay empty 5 -Five Days since we buried my mother 4- Four years since my parents moved near me. 3 Three times she coded before she slipped away. 2 ½ Two and ½ weeks since my last special morning with Mom 2 Two weeks since the whole family was together for Thanksgiving 1 One hug goodbye, not knowing it was my last. 0 Zero doubt that she is truly free in Heaven

I don't have the strength of words to express how much I loved my mother or how deeply I will miss her this side of heaven. I am fully assured that she is free and her joy complete in heaven in the presence of God. I love you forever Mom.

I attended 38th Street elementary school, so I met Shirley in the 7th grade when we started Jr. High. She was a little bundle of energy that never met a stranger. I admired her strength and personality and that sweet smile. When we were in the 8th or 9th grade, we were talking about things that made us sad. Shirley said that she thought that her muscles intimidated boys our age. Not because she had them ( she worked too hard to get them), she just didn't want the boys to feel bad. She was always sweet and caring and I'm glad that we reconnected and she sent me a copy of her book. I know that heaven is rejoicing in her homecoming.

Now face to face with our Risen Lord! Li'l Sis Carolyn Greco

We are so sorry for your loss! Shirley was a warm, loving, sweet person who was an inspiration to all of us. God bless you and grace you with His peace and love during this difficult time.

Jerry I'm so sorry. I am also sorry for your family. Shirley will live on forever and my heart and memories and the memories of all! You two left a trail of God's love and kindness everywhere you went you brought glory and honor to him. I have been keeping you and your family in my prayers daily.

Shirley was my boss in the activities part of the nursing home. She was a fierce believer in Christ and helped me grow.

What a godly joyful woman. I remember your mother's warm hospitality and bubbly presence when I first met her. Pam brought me to her parent's home to visit- we were both young freshmen studying at Ohio University. Your family welcomed me with open arms and delicious food. Forever grateful. Rest in Jesus's arms, Coleen Lau

Shirley was a happy joyful person, sharing the love of Jesus 24/7. She lit a room up. She loved teaching children, fostered children. Known her an Jerry since 1994. She liked praying for you. I know she is with the Father, welcome her home. Will miss her, she is in glory now. My prayers to family, we know she has eternal life,gift from God to all. See her again some day my Dear Friend an Sister in the Lord Shirley thank you for your love for others, will be greatly missed.

Shirley always had a nice friendly word for everyone she met. She will be greatly missed My condolences yo the family

I will always remember the funny stories that aunt Shirley told at Baylis family parties, and what a storyteller she was! My favorite will always be "beach dressing room" story. Imagining Aunt Shirley swinging out for the whole beach to see still makes laugh anytime I think of it. She was such a joy to be around. I will miss her very much but I will keep her memory alive by telling all her stories to my kiddos. Love to you all, Tina, Gabe and Lucy

Shirley Baylis was my Grandma, and she was a blessing wherever she went. Growing up people would go up to me several times when I was a kid just to say how wonderful she was many who I never even knew, but my Grandma knew them. She had a very large heart and showed love to family, friends, and sometimes even complete strangers. She was the one who first taught me the saying WWJD "What Would Jesus Do?" and that's a motto she lived by. She knew that we're meant to love each other how Christ loves everyone, and that's how she acted. I made this candle red because red was her favorite color. Why? Because it reminded her of the blood of Jesus which washes away all of our sins. She wanted her passing to be a celebration, because she knows without doubt that right now she is having a celebration in heaven with a new body, with the God she loved and followed, and with no more pain, sorrow, or tears. I miss my Grandma and I always will, but I know she's in a wonderfully perfect place, and that's why I'm happy for her because she's home. Anyone who didn't know her very well, this is Shirley Baylis: She was a kind, caring, loving, spirit filled, amazing woman. She was the kind of person who would give the shirt off her own back or give her last piece of food to someone who needs it even if she needed it more. She always put others before herself, treated others the way she wanted to be treated if not better. She never stopped. She was resilient always running around doing whatever she could to be a blessing to someone else. If you went to her house she acted like a servant even if she physically couldn't she refused to let you help her because she felt the need to be a blessing in your life. What did she watch on TV? I went to her house a lot growing up, and one of her favorite shows was a hallmark show called "Touched by an Angle." Shows like this would inspire her in her actions to be as Christ like as she possibly could be. Of course nobody is exactly like Jesus, but there's no doubt that she lived a life that had the intent of following Jesus as closely as possible, and also living a life using the Bible as an instruction manual for life. If you had her in your life at all you're blessed, and we need to be thankful of that blessing. She was very strong, because the Joy of the Lord was her strength. She strived to do the right thing in every instance, and she had a bucket list that was fueled by adrenaline, but inspired by the Bible. Not many people can say their Grandma was a pastors wife that jumped out of an air plane, and was a blessing wherever she went. She loved making memories with her family, and yet she had so many other things she's accomplished in her life. If God grants me a life as filled with love and experience as hers then I am a lucky man. She is a great example for future generations of how one should live a good Christian life. Christian means Christ Follower, and if I had to describe her in one word it would be "Christian." If I could as a second word it would be "Caring" because she was a caring Christian. If I could add two more it would be "Adrenaline filled" because she was an Adrenaline filled caring Christian. Truth is I can't describe her in one word, because so many words describe her. She was bold, she was caring, she had vigor, she had a huge grin, she had joy, and a great sense of humor. She loved Jesus, and found a way to put Jesus into everything she did. We'd go swimming together, and her favorite thing was to float in the water. She's say "Noah float with me and imagine Jesus returning and taking us all home in the rapture." She cried more tears of joy then tears of pain in her life, but she knew one day any pain she had would one day be gone and any tear she cried would be wiped away by Jesus, because in heaven there is no more pain or sorrow and that's where she is now. She left this earth needing a new knee and struggling to walk, and now she's up there dancing with Jesus. She spoiled her grandkids, and it's by her example that I want to one day have kids and later grandkids that I can spoil just like how she spoiled me. She always told us that we were her best buddies, and that she loved us with all her heart. I remember growing up she had a picture in her bathroom that said "Friends are in our hearts forever." This showed that even though she loved her family so much, she still had so much room to love her friends too. She would redecorate her house and her bathroom, and even remodel that bathroom, but that picture that said that was always there. I saw it every time, and it's something I will always remember.

Jerry and family. When Jerry began teaching at the JVS, Shirley and the kids were such a welcome friendly family. Over the years I watched as Shirley fostered and babysat lots of children. Her love of kids, and family were strengthened by her love of God and his mission for her. Jerry, Shirley was your pillar. I hope your many memories carry you and the family through this world until you reunite with her again. Love and Fond Memories Barb Nelson

JOY - a person who causes happiness. Shirley was a true joy, and that is how we will always remember her. She always had a smile on her face and genuinely treasured each day looking to make cherished memories. She always told us, "Don't forget to make great memories."  While only neighbors for a few years, we are blessed to have known her (and Jerry) and will treasure the life lessons she shared with us.  Randy & Julie Davis Harrison, OH

Classmate.......remember her as a cute, lively cheerleader for our sports teams as I left Beaver Falls 5 days after our HS graduation and kept up on Facebook...sending prayers

When we met Shirley at our church here in SE Indiana, her warm personality brought love, laughter and life. She exuded kindness to all she met and always had a smile on her face. Her love for the Lord was always at the forefront and the best way we can remember her is to try to be more like her. With deepest condolences to her family, Wayne & Janet Kratochvil

Shirley was a wonderful, Godly woman. We are blessed to call her and Jerry our friends. Praise God, she lives. Ron & Sally Rowland

Sorry for your loss. Didn't really know her but remember the good times spent at her moms. May she rest in peace

To the Pam and family, I want to extend my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your mother. Though I only had the privilege of sharing a few Bible study sessions with both of you, it felt as if I had known her much longer. Her wisdom, kindness, and faith shone brightly through our discussions, leaving a lasting impression on my heart. I will never forget the joy did I heard in her voice and saw in her face when she spoke about God's goodness In moments like these, it's important to remember the love and the memories you shared. Your mother's spirit will always be a part of you, guiding and comforting you in ways only she can. I am here for you, holding you close in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in the precious memories, and may her love continue to surround you during this challenging time. With deepest love, .Diana Lockett