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Shirley Aldrich Obituary
Age 74, went to be with the Lord Thursday, December 15, 2011 in her home. She was born April 3, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Frank and Marguerite B. (Bourdeau) Hadden Jr. Shirley was a member of Dexter Gospel Church where she served as Sunday School Teacher and Awana Leader. She loved working with children. Shirley also enjoyed fishing, the outdoors, and spending time with family and friends. On April 5, 1957, she married Robert E. Aldrich in Dexter, and he survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth M. Aldrich of Pinckney and Patricia L. Birchmeier of Dexter; special nephew, Del (Grace) Sanders; three grandchildren, Corey, Garit, Alisha; two sisters, Patricia Todaro of New Port Richey, FL, Janet (Bud) Iley of Munith; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be held Monday, December 19, 10:30 a.m. at Dexter Gospel Church, with Pastor John O'Dell officiating. Burial be at Pinckney Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Cole Funeral Chapel Sunday 12:30-5 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.
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With caring thoughts,
V Williams
December 22, 2012
What a wonderful God we have - he is the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the source of every mercy, and the one who comforts and strengthens us in our hardships and trials. And why does he do this? So that when others are troubled, needing our sympathy and encouragement, we can pass on to them this same help and comfort God has given us. May happy memories replace the sadness in your heart. Many heartfelt condolences to your family.
Dina Emmons
December 19, 2011
My wonderful Aunt Dee Dee has loved me into the Kingdom of God, she never gave up on me.I
know I am in the book of life and will see her again,Her light on earth went out, but Heaven just got a lot Brighter. words will never say how much she is loved by me, or how much I will miss Her. My Prayers are with You Uncle Bobby, Elizabeth, Patty and one of Dee Dee's bright spots her Grandchildren.
Sandy Ball-Jenkins
December 19, 2011
Uncle Bob, Liz, and Patty,
We are all going to miss such a great lady. She sure loved the Lord, and you could tell it by her loving personality. I will miss her. My prayers are with you all.
Sandy
Pollyann Walker
December 19, 2011
Bob, Elizabeth and Patty, My prayers are for you today. I'm sorry for your lose but happy that your mom is with the Lord she loved and served. Many good memories I can remember about her. She has infulenced my life in so many ways but especially for our Lord.
Jo Ann Powell
December 19, 2011
Aunt Dee Dee always had a special light around her that let everyone know she is a child of God. She is one of the greatest people that our family could share with the world. We love her very much and she will be sorely missed. Knowing she looked forward to the day she met our Lord gives great comfort. Our prayers are with Uncle Bobby, Elizabeth, Patty and her children.
Tom Read
December 18, 2011
Bob,
My condolences to you and your family. Every so often we're privileged to know someone who is given and shows God's grace. Shirley is one of those people. She will live in our memories while residing in God's comforting arms.
janet Koch
December 18, 2011
Dee was a true Christian, she was my Sunday school teacher first, and a true friend from then on. Too many wonderful memories to list.I will miss her. I know she is at peace now and with the God she loved. Janet Tanner Koch. Chelsea Mi.
Wayne Tanner
December 17, 2011
Dee was a real special lady. She loved God and always did his work. She will be sadly missed by all.
Ivan and Linda Laraway
December 17, 2011
Shirley was a blessing in so many ways to the work God called her to at the Dexter Gospel Church. She worked faithfuly in the Awana Clubs youth program for 22 years leading children to Christ and teaching them the word of God. Our prayers are with the family.
Kenneth Vanderpool
December 16, 2011
A strong Godly woman that fought a hard fight against cancer and a proud member and strong supporter of the Dexter Gospel Church. Her Heavenly Father called her Home where she will be forever with all that will accept Jesus.
Nancy Odam
December 16, 2011
Shirley was a very Godly woman and a wonderful example to all those that had the pleasure of knowing her and watching her dedication and service to God. She will be greatly missed.
Julie Koning
December 16, 2011
Aunt Shirley has always been a strong and beautiful person. We all love her so much. She is in a wonderful place now. Love and prayers.
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