Shirley F. Birling, 71, of Pine River, Wisconsin, died Friday, Aug. 28, 2015.After graduating from Marysville High School, she proudly joined the United States Marine Corps. After serving her country, she worked at several beauty salons, eventually taking a job with Neenah Paper Co., from which she retired. She married her best friend and buddy, Joseph Birling, on May 7, 1993, and the couple lovingly brought their families together. She enjoyed her gardens, trips to the casino, hunting, and all the time she spent with her beloved grandchildren. Her friendly, caring soul and her smile will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. She was born Aug. 26, 1944, in Jamestown, the daughter of the late Lorice and Darlene (Haney) Sergent.