Shirley Ann Chapman, 92, of Cato, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021. She was born in Syracuse,
July 20, 1928, daughter of the late Rupert Hinds, and Marion Straub Hinds. Prior to her retirement, she
was employed in the business office as district clerk at Cato-Meridian Central Schools.
She is predeceased by her husband, Harvey Chapman and sister, Patricia Mahar.
Survived by her daughters, Kathleen (Donald) Bratt of Cato, and, Maureen (Al Edmunds) Smithler of Auburn, son, Michael (Linda) Chapman of Cato, brother, John (Stephanie) Hinds of Loudonville, sister-in-
law Barbara Bradley of Washington. Thirteen grandchildren, Thirty two great grandchildren, Two great-
great grandsons as well as many nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to the second floor staff at The Commons for their loving care. And all who provided care
while she was home.
Due to the pandemic, services will take place in the spring. A mass of Christian burial will be said at St.
Patrick's , Tuesday, June 22, 11 AM with burial at Cato Union Cemetery. For those wishing to make contributions in Shirley's name
they may do so to, Our Lady of the Snow (St. Patricks) 15 Clark St. Auburn, NY 13021, Cayuga County Meals on Wheels, 160 Genesee St. Auburn, NY 13021 . Arrangements are in care of the Keysor-Dain- Cullinan Funeral Home, Cato. www.catoredcreek.com