Shirley Jean Carlson, age 87 of North Platte, passed away Friday June 23, 2017 at North Platte Care Center.

Shirley was born on November 14, 1929 in North Platte, to Charles and Lydia (Castor) Beavers.  She grew up in Brady and graduated from Brady High School before marrying Harold Carlson in 1949.  The couple resided in North Platte and to their union 3 children were born.  She worked as a nurse’s aide at St. Mary’s Hospital.  Shirley enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and will be greatly missed.

Shirley is survived by her daughter Jeanne Anderson of Gothenburg; son Harold of Kimball, NE; 4 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and sister LaVonne Foss Hammond of IN.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son Michael Carlson; grandson Timothy Anderson; sisters Lila Sadi and Stella Cain; and brothers Harold, Gerald and Eugene Beavers.

Memorials are suggested in her name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.  Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday June 27, 2017 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Smith officiating.  Inurnment will follow at North Platte Cemetery.  Those wishing to do so may sign the register book from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday June 26, 2017 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.