Shirley Jean Brakensiek nee Hueffmeier passed away on April 17, 2016, at the age of 70. She is survived by her son, Tracy (Stephanie) Brakensiek; three sisters, Angie (Fred) Juengermann, Joyce Brakensiek and Vanita (Jim) Joerling; three grandchildren, Chase, Trey and Shelby; sister-in-law, Sharon (Mike) Lewton and numerous other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Brakensiek; parents, George and Dorothy Hueffmeier nee Breitenbach and daughter, Tonia Brakensiek. Shirley enjoyed gardening, working on the farm and playing with her grandchildren. She loved being a farmer and adored her grandchildren. She was loved and will be remembered my many.