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Shirley Estep Obituary
Shirley Smith-Estep age 73 of Fairfield Township went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday November 29, 2023. She was born on November 25, 1950 in Hamilton the daughter of Phyllis and the late Harold Don Gabbard. Shirley was a member of the Fairfield Wesleyan Church. She was married to Randall L. Smith and he preceded her in death in 2001. She is survived by her mother Phyllis Gabbard; husband Doug Estep; three children Leesa (Chris) Blevins, Kimberly (Johnny) Hooker, and Brooke (Jonathan) Dykes; three step children Doug (Jillian) Estep Jr, April (Chris) Stuck, and Annette (Travis) Truman; thirteen grandchildren Haylee Blevins, Ashlee Hooker, Peyten Hooker, Emma Dykes, Lilly Dykes, Alivia Dykes, Emilie Harris, Skylar Blevins, Miryha Blevins, Ava Truman, Evan Stuck, Ryan Stuck, and Kory Estep; one great grandchild Brantley Holloway; five siblings Donna (Roger) Brooks, Pam (Dicky) Couch, Donnie (Theresa) Gabbard, Gary Gabbard, and Joe Gabbard. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, other family and close friends. Visitation will be on Monday December 4, 2023 at THE WEBSTER FUNERAL HOME 3080 Homeward Way at Rt. 4, Fairfield from 5:00PM- 8:00PM. The funeral will be on Tuesday December 5, 2023 at Fairfield Wesleyan Church 4685 Anthony Wayne Ave Fairfield, 45014 at 12:00PM with Pastor Billy Bruns officiating. Burial to follow in Rose Hill Burial Park. Online condolences can be made at www.websterfuneralhomes.com
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Charles 'Spunk' Campbell
January 2, 2024
She was a very long and dear friend. From grade school all the way through high School.
Charles Campbell
December 3, 2023
Shirley and I go back all the way to elementary school through high School. She was one of my best friends growing up in the same neighborhood. I'm going to miss her dearly because there aren't very many of us left from the same neighborhood. RIP Shirley. Till we meet on the other side. Love you longtime.
Kathy Webb
December 2, 2023
Shirley and I became friends in the youth group at Fairfield Wesleyan Church. This friendship has lasted over 50 years. She was kind, considerate and always there when you needed her. She will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family. With Love, Kathy Webb
Larry Webb
December 1, 2023
What a wonderful person Shirley was. When the Gabbards moved into our neighborhood during Jr. high, I remember how excited we boys were over the stunning blonde oldest child. However, despite her considerable feminine charms, it became clear that she could whip nearly every boy in Lindenwald, so we kept a respectful distance.
As part of the youth group at Fairfield Wesleyan Church she was a leader and kept the rest of us on track.
When Shirley offered to help it was no empty courtesy. She rolled up her sleeves and did all the heavy lifting without complaint. When my wife and I were moving to South Carolina, I was at my new job and Shirley helped Kathy load and carry countless boxes of books from our basement. I think the movers were ready to hire her as a foreman.
Over the years we had many spirited discussions on politics but they were always sincere and good humored.
She was a big part of our lives and Kathy and I shall miss her terribly.
Condolences to all her family, whom she cherished. Rest In Peace sweet lady.
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