NILES — Shirley J. (Covington) Stephens, 72, of Niles, passed away at her home on Tuesday, May 3, 2011, with her family by her side, following a brief illness.

Shirley worked as a waitress at Frankie’s Restaurant for nearly 30 years.

Graveside services will be Monday, May 9, at Mission Hills Committal Chapel at 11 a.m.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home.