Kemp, Shirley Jean, wife of David Kemp of Vulcan, passed away at Vulcan Community Hospital on Wednesday, June 10, 2015. Shirley passed away peacefully after fighting a short but courageous battle of brain cancer.
Besides her husband David, Shirley is survived by daughter Sherry, son David, four grandchildren, two great grandchildren, brothers Lyall (Pat) and Garth (Gloria), step mother Shirley and step sister Kelly, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. She was predeceased by her mother Evelyn, father Milton, brother Barry, step brother Kenny and mother-in-law Lillian.
A special thanks to the entire staff of the Vulcan Community Hospital and a very special thank you to the Home Care Ladies.
A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, June 19, 2015 at 10:30 am at the Vulcan Legion Hall.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in Shirley’s name to the Alberta Cancer Society Foundation at 1620-29 St NW, suite 300, Calgary T2N 4L7.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
Dear Dave and family sorry to hear about Shirley enjoyed het so much during the years golfing at WaterValley Golf club always a laugh and a good golf game.She always was willing to help may your memories bring you comfort.
On behalf of the Hendren family, I would like to offer sincere condolences to Shirley’s family. Jim Hendren wanted to come to the memorial service but his wife Bev is in the University hospital in Saskatoon and he could not get away.Jim and Ruth were friends of Shirley. Pat and Esther Hendren and family lived on the farm just across the road from the Elliott’s.
Yours truly,
Doris Still
Dear David & Family
Our deepest condolences go out to you, Sherry, Davey and their families. Shirley with her passion for life and the cheer she brought to her friends lives is something we will forever hold in our hearts. She brought much happiness and laughter to those around her and made the world a better place. We will cherish her memory.
Love, Ken & Mary
Dear David and family,
We want to extend our most heartfelt condolences to all of you. Shirley will be sadly missed by everyone whose life she had touched. Hold on tight to each other as your journey through this very difficult time and share with each other all your wonderful memories.
David, Sherry, David, Family Members & Friends,
All members of the Supplementary Radio (SUPRAD) System Oldtimer’s Association were deeply saddened by the news of Shirley’s passing. We will forever cherish the happy memories of happier times that were shared during our postings within SUPRAD. Shirley will be remembered for loving and caring nature and her warm smile. Please know that as your extended military family, we will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
‘Friends Forever’
Shirley, you will always be remembered for your smiling face and helping hand. You played a big part in the lives of the Briscoe’s.
Thank you for being such a good friend. Memories are ours to treasure.
Love Sandi and Clint
Shirley. you will always be remembered for your smiling face and helping hand. You played a big part in the lives of the Briscoe’s. Thank you for being such a good friend. Memories are ours to treasure.
Love, Sandi and Clint
Dave and Family . My deepest condolences to loss of Shirley. During the short time I knew her she was always a kind and caring person but not afraid to tell us when we needed to be told. Especially when a goal had been scored against us.
Rollie
We were very sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. She was always incredibly positive and fun to be with; we loved the twinkle in her eyes. Our hearts go out to Dave and his family at this time of grief.
Dennis Coombe and Janet Martinez
Sharleen and I were very saddened to hear of Shirley’s passing and offer our sincerest condolences to Dave, the children and the rest of the Kemp family.