Shirley Jean (Oesch) Brenneman, 90, died Oct. 9, 2025, following a brief illness with peritoneal cancer. She was born June 29, 1935, to Harold and Mary (Lapp) Oesch at their home in Creston, Mont. Her early childhood years were spent in the Kalispell area, where she attended Flathead High School. Her senior year she attended Hesston Academy in Kansas, graduating in 1953. She attended CNA training in LaJunta, Colo.. and spent some time working at the county hospital in Kalispell.

On Sept. 9, 1955, she married Clifford Brenneman. Together they successfully raised seven children while running a dairy farm in the east valley. Shirley was a kind and gentle soul who supported her husband and children in whatever they were doing. A faithful wife and mother, she is remembered for her extensive library and love of reading, which she passed on to her children.

She was involved in her children’s school activities, the dairy association and her church community, Mountain View Mennonite Church. She delighted in watching any sporting event, particularly ones that involved her children or grandchildren. Her family is grateful for the legacy she gave them. She was a beautiful woman in every way.

She was survived by her husband of 70 years, Clifford; children David (Lorri), Mary (Lowell) Yoder, Calvin (Twila), Joyce (Doug) Gross, Karen (Jerrold) Moon and Carl (Amber); 21 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and brothers Don (Mary), Duane (Leona) and Glen (Lois) Oesch. She was preceded in death by son Joseph and granddaughter Erin Brenneman.

A memorial service was held at Mountain View Mennonite Church.