Shirley O'Brien
May 28, 2013
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Shirley O’Brien, 88, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at Valley View Village.
Shirley was born July 31, 1924. She owned and operated Shirley’s Desert Gems for 30 years. Her shop was located in Valley Junction for several years, and she also sold her gems at the Iowa State Fair. Shirley enjoyed baking, for which she won several awards at the Iowa State Fair, and she also enjoyed playing cards. She was a member of Runnells Christian Church.
Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of over 60 years, William “Bill” O’Brien; brother, Robert “Bud” Warren; sisters, Lorraine “Sis” Hurd and Jean Hick; and her nephew, Stephen Hurd, Sr. She is survived by her niece, Cherrie Porter; great-niece, Chantal Porter; and many other nieces, nephews, extended relatives, and beloved friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m., Friday, May 31, 2013, at Runnells Christian Church, 309 Brown Street in Runnells, followed by burial at Powers Warren Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. until service time, Friday, at the church.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Youth Scholarship Fund at Runnells Christian Church in loving memory of Shirley.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Doug Raymond
05/31/2013
Bill and Shirley were special people. They were always a joy to visit with. We have several fine memories of talking with them.
Doug & Joyce Raymond
Jolene Armstrong
05/30/2013
Shirley and I first met when she was a client, back in my hairdresser days, we became friends at that time. I feel blessed that her life crossed my path. A sweetheart of a lady.
Mary Ann and Ron Sehnert
05/30/2013
We used to go out to Aunt Shirley's and Uncle bill's, to go gambling. Had lot's of fun together. Shirley was always so lucky. Now may her luck be the same with Bill. We will miss both of you..
The Rodgers Family
05/29/2013
Bill and Shirley were wonderful people. So kind and generous of heart. Quick with a hug and a smile. We will miss them but we take some solace in knowing they are together again for now and forever. Blessings to you Cherrie and Chantal as you celebrate Shirley's life.
Van & Patty Vrban
05/29/2013
I loved Aunt Shirley. Shirley had a wonderful sense of humor. Aunt Shirley is now with Uncle Bill. They had a very loving and close relationship and now they are together again. I can see them both smiling down on us.