Private services for Shirley Ottwell, age 79, of Brownwood will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Blaylock Funeral Home.

Shirley passed away Monday, March 06, 2017, at a local nursing home. She was born on April 1, 1937, to Lester and Ola Gladys (Ritenour) Whetzel in Rockville, Maryland.

Shirley is survived by her daughter, Robin Crouch of Brownwood; son, David Ottwell of Arizona; and 2 grandchildren.

Online condolences for the family are welcome at www.blaylockfuneralhome.com.