Shirley Joan Cauble Nielsen peacefully passed away December 31, 2022 at the age of 93. She was born to John and Vera Nielsen on August 4, 1929 in Pomona, California.

Shirley graduated high school in Grants Pass, Oregon in 1947 and worked at the local hospital there. Just four months later she would marry the love of her life Nelson Cauble on October 4, 1947. Eventually they would settle in Orland where Shirley worked for the local doctor until they would open a flooring business just outside of town, on Highway 32 called Cauble's floor covering.

She was involved in many organizations throughout her life, including the Order of the Eastern Star. She served in almost every one of the offices on the local level, including the position of worthy matron in 1972 and grand officer of California in 1980. Apart from her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, she had many hobbies like playing the organ, collecting Shirley Temple memorabilia, crocheting blankets, especially for her grandchildren, and she loved to write. She even wrote a book about her and Nelson's life and the history of the Cauble family. She was also an active member of the Merchant Marine Veterans Association, and was their national secretary for many years. After 35 years, they retired and moved to Sutherlin, Oregon, where they would begin to travel the country in their motorhome.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Nelson Cauble, her daughter Sandra Grimshaw, her son Mike Cauble, and her granddaughter Lisa Cauble.

She is survived by her sons, Terry Cauble, (Phyllis), and John Cauble. Her brother Gerald (Carol) and 10 Grand children, Cara Larson (Alan) Gina Jackson (Jonathan), Mark Grimshaw (Ashley), Jason Cauble (Marti), Jamie Perry (Jason), Gary Cauble (Amy), Carrie Cauble Sisco, Shelly Fahey, Todd Holland (Kim), Denise Thornquest (Kyle), Plus 20 Great grandchildren, and 8 great great grandchildren.