Shirley R. Fennell
November 16, 2013
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Shirley Fennell, 80, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2013. She was born May 14, 1933 to Ralph “Bud” and Winnie Ruth Surbaugh.
She worked for Des Moines Public Schools; Wright and Hoak Elementary, retiring from Brody Middle School as the attendance clerk in 2001. Shirley loved her family and friends. She was also an animal lover, especially cats.
Shirley is survived by her daughter, Sherri (Ed) Oliver; grandchildren, Stacey (Shawn) Enloe, Josh (Lori) Griffith and Branden Oliver; great-grandchildren, Jacob, Shaylen and Laney; honorary son, Mark Belz; as well as her extended family at Iowa Methodist – doctors, nurses, nurses aides, transporters, food host and housekeeping. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Fennell and her daughter, Shelley Blackford.
Shirley will be laid to rest at Lewisberg Cemetery in rural Humeston, Iowa with her eternal love and husband Vernon at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2013. The family will greet friends from 5 to 9 p.m. with a Celebration of Life from 7 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, November 21, 2013 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for the preservation of sea turtles or the Animal Rescue League of Iowa in loving memory of Shirley.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Shirley Corkhill
11/22/2013
I had every intention of going last night to your mother's service but the weather prevented me. Icy conditions scare me.
I paused at the time of her service in remembrance of all the wonderful times we shared at Brody. I can still see Vern with the camera about his neck at the faculty get-togethers. He snapped a picture of Shirley when she arrived at Heaven's Gates.
Shirley Halverson-Nicolino
11/20/2013
I am so sorry for the loss of your
Mother and Grandmother. I know my son Ryan and my Daughter In law Miranda truly cared for her.
Shirley Corkhill
11/20/2013
Sherri and family, Shirley's loss is felt by many. The loss of your mother is very hard to deal with but please know you are cared for by many who share your grief. May you find tranquility in knowing that your friends and loved ones share in the loss of Shirley. I wish all of you strength now and in the days ahead.
In Christ's love, Shirley
Angela Wilson
11/20/2013
Sherri, I am saddened and so very sorry with the death of your mom. Shirley was the kindest and compassionate woman I have known. Please know you and your family are in my prayers.
Susan Currier
11/18/2013
Sherri and Family
I was very saddened to learn that Shirley had passed away. she was a very dear friend and I will miss her. my deepest condolences to all of you