Shirley was an amazing mentor to me early in my teaching career. She wore many hats & was so capable of so many skills! She was a great home economics teacher, an amazing gardener, a skilled horse woman - rode at 80 years of age, she preserved lots of produce & baking, a wonderful seamstress, a dedicated camp worker. She was a true pioneer! You will be missed Shirley!! My condolences to her family. Angie Genovese-Cook

Shirley was a gem!!! A gift to all of us with her caring and positive ways. I first met Shirley when she was taking courses at GPRC for her Education degree. At about 45, she was a super star in my class on PE for elementary school. She did everything!! Forward rolls and cartwheels, dance, basketball and volleyball and everything else. Shirley was creative and fun! And she got along so well with all the much-younger students!!! And my times with Shirley after were precious....horses, canning and baking, helping with kids and grandkids! So many great memories!! Love you forever, Shirley!!!!

So very sorry for your loss Brenda,Doug and family ,hugs for you all.

Nora and families, I'm sorry to hear about Shirley's passing. She also taught me at school as Mrs Henderson. Blessings. Kerry King (Bloomfield).

Growing up in the States and living in Edmonton I didn't get to visit the farm often, but the memories I have there really stuck with me. Grandma Shirley would always put us to work, but there was always baking and treats to be had afterwards. My potato peeling is probably still not up to par but I often think of her when doing so. I also remember learning the hard way not to go to the barn by myself while the horses were out. Grandma just told me "you won't do that again will you?" I miss her and wish she could have met my husband, Moses.

My thoughts and prayers for the family. Shirley taught me sewing in 1970-1972 at Montrose Junior High. She was so funny and loved to teach us. Because of her I really loved sewing. I still do till this day. RIP

Sending my sincerest condolences to Brenda, Doug and all the families 👪. May you share many fond memories, for many years, and celebrate those "reminders" with a smile.... My best, Riley Stilling

Tammy, Les, Jody, Leah and family. Offering our deepest condolences to you all. So very sorry for your loss. Charlene & Peter Clement

I have so many good memories of Shirley working with the horses and all of us crazy kids at camp. She always kept us organized and amazed me with her toughness on the outside and softness in her heart. I saw her get stepped on by a horse and hardly make a peep, and also tear up many times when she talked about something important to her. What a dear lady. She will be missed but what joy and freedom he is experiencing now! Love you, Shirley.

Only good memories of Shirley, whether it be a student in her cooking class, working with her on the camp committee, or just visiting with her. So sorry to the family for your loss.