Shirley passed away peacefully on February 4, 2016 at Victoria Hospice in Victoria, British Columbia. She was born on May 15, 1932 in Winnipeg, Manitoba and was well regarded in the business community during her working years. It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we say goodbye to a strong, courageous, and intelligent woman.
Shirley is survived by her brother Jim and her sister Helen, as well as 5 children – Diane, Janice, Kenny, Carolyn and Margie.
She also leaves behind 9 grandchildren – Lena, Keri, Shawna, Ryan, Shawn, Shayne, Tyler, Justin and Riley; 10 great grandchildren – Chance, Lief, Ben, Matthew, Ty, Dylan, Madyson, Andrew, Kendra and Olivia.
Shirley was predeceased by the love of her life and best friend – her husband John Randy McConaghy (2012).
She will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate to have known her.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall’s Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Bonnie Eaton
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Janice Her Journey’s Just Begun
Don’t think of her as gone away,
Her journey’s just begun;
Life holds so many facets,
This earth is only one.Just think of her as resting
From the sorrows and the tears
In a place of warmth and comfort
Where there are no days and years.Think how she must be wishing
That we could know today,
How nothing but our sadness
Can really pass away.And think of her as living
In the hearts of those she touched….
For nothing loved is ever lost –
And she was loved so much.
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carolyn sayer Although I really never got to know my mom, my sister Janice would always tell me wonderful stories about her. It was nice that we had a few times together, nice conversations, some laughs. We never had a chance to create any of our own memories together,but one day when we meet again in heaven, we can create whole lot of them. Rest in Peace,mom.
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Keri Grandma Shirley, I will miss your courageous, stubborn and stoic personality.
I could always count on you to tell me like it is.
I only wish that more women had the gumption to go through life like you did.
Never one to sit quietly as other ladies, you were to be heard.
We could all take a page from your life book and be that much better for it.
I’m so proud to be your granddaughter.I miss you grandma. I love you and look forward to seeing you again and hearing about the trouble you’re getting into in Heaven.
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Keri My Grandma was a stubborn, courageous and stoic woman. In her youth she was a dare devil and a vocal oddity in her time, never afraid to speak a thought even though she was expected to be quiet.
I loved the talks we had over the years when she moved back to BC.
I will miss the advice she gave me. My grandma was wise and lived a full life. I am so proud to have been her granddaughter.
She will forever be in my heart.
I miss you already.
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Lena Hermanns To my grandma you may no longer be with us here in body but you will always be in my heart.I will miss you always we had a very special relationship.I have so many fun and wonderful memories of being with you. Love your oldest grandaughter Lena I love you and I know you are watching over me where ever you are.
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Carrie Berthelette and Family Shirley, you will be missed by all your family and friends. You were a courageous woman. Our hearts are with you all during this difficult time. Peace be with you. Carrie and Aurel
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Rachel Bull She definitely left a legacy!!
So loved!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I miss her so much already!!!
Sending HUGE LOVE to all the family
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lief garrett When my great grandma pass away my heart tells me I should cry but my great grandma wouldn’t wait that. She had full life,so instead of grieving I shall always remember her. She was wise and lovely women who had travel the world,she got to meet and spend time with her great grandchildren and see one of them graduate. I learn much from her! You will be miss great grandma shirley but never forgotten! love always your great grandson Lief
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Shawna Gramma Shirley was my closest grandparent. Myself and my family will miss her. I have many great memories and will hold them close to my heart. I got my stength and determination and maybe some stubborness from her. I’m so happy my children got to have a relationship with her. Kendra and Dylan have great memories and are very fond of her cookies. She will forever be in our hearts. Love you gramma lots of love.
Shawna
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Diane Saywell Native American Prayer
I give you this one thought to keep- I am with you still- I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow, I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am the swift, up lifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not think of me as gone- I am with you still – in each new dawn.I will miss you mom, I am grateful we had the last 4 years together. You were there when I was at my darkest, we cried, laughed and talked for hours. I was privileged to hold your hand and stroke your face as you crossed over peacefully.
You will be with me forever my mom my friend
Love Diane
Dear Diane and Family,
Barbara let me know of your mother’s passing. My heart goes out to you. I know what it is to lose a mother; it is not easy.
Take every kindness for yourself and drink up the comfort offered by friends and nature.
You will be in my heart.
Much love,
Bonnie