Shirley was born Nov. 12, 1941, at home in Excelsior Springs to Bessie Mae King Griffin and Arvil Elroy Griffin Sr. Shirley and Don originally met on a blind date at a bowling alley, thanks to a few mutual friends. Shortly thereafter, Shirley and Don were united in marriage on May 20, 1960, at Arley United Methodist Church. Together, they celebrated 63 years of love, laughter and travel. Shirley and Don welcomed two children to their home. While raising their children, Shirley tended her gardens, bowled and golfed. Twenty-one years after graduation from high school, Shirley attended Maple Woods Community College and received an associate’s degree in business. After receiving her degree, Shirley became an office manager with a license in insurance at American Family Insurance with her husband Don. Together, through American Family Insurance, Shirley and Don traveled North America together to multiple conventions, always taking a little extra time to golf at their destination. …