Shirley Yarkasky, 84, of Independence, MO passed away April 7, 2016. Shirley was born March 9, 1932 in Kansas City, MO to Fred and Bertha (Cowell) Pierce. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Yarkasky; and five siblings. Shirley is survived by her daughter, Terri Conrow and husband John; two granddaughters, Amy Page (Jim) and Ashley Habermehl (Joshua); four great grandchildren; and one son, Stephen Yarkasky. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel 816-252-7900)