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Shirley A. Hough

1946 - 2017

Shirley A. Hough obituary, 1946-2017, Virginia Beach, VA

BORN

1946

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Smith & Williams Funeral Home/Kempsville

4889 Princess Anne Road

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Shirley Hough Obituary

Shirley A. Hough

Virginia Beach - Shirley A. Hough passed on November 5, 2017. Family will receive friends on Sunday, November 12, 2017 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Virginia Beach. Mass will be held on Monday, November 13, 2017 at 6 p.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, with a viewing from 5 to 6 p.m. Fellowship to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Luke Catholic Church. You may offer your condolences at www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 8, 2017.
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I knew Shirley when my family and I attended St Luke's Church. She was such a kind and thoughtful person. The world will be a little sadder without her in it to brighten it up. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time. She will certainly be missed.

Mike and Ann Maliniak

November 13, 2017

Shirley Thank you for being family in a
place where I had none. Thanks for
being a friend in a strange
place,
Rest now I will miss you.
RM1 Kim L Fry

Kim Fry

November 12, 2017

I am so sorry to hear about Shirley's passing. She will be missed by many. And my heart goes out to her family and many wonderful friends. Denise if there is anything I can do for you please let me know and I'll be there.

Audrey Whitmore

November 12, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the email of Shirley Hough. She was such a wonderful person.

Valerie Gomes-Scott

November 12, 2017

Shirley was a inspirational figure at Judeo-Christian Outreach Center where she has arranged for different groups from the church to prepare and serve meals to the homeless and those who are less fortunate that ourselves. She would always take time to listen to someone from the streets even if they had nothing to say but rather simply wanted to be heard.
Shirley and I would joke and often regaled us with one of her stories from the military. She was an institution at the Judeo-Christian Outreach Center, and when I learned of her passing I was deeply stunned but I know she loved all people no matter the background. She has earned her reward and I'm so very happy she will be enjoying it.... Goodbye my friend.

Michael Robertson

Acquaintance

November 12, 2017

We had the esteemed pleasure of meeting and working with Shirley while stationed in VA Beach. We have never met a finer person. Shirley was the most kind, loving, funny and generous soul. A true living saint among us. We know she is in Heaven now making everyone laugh and probably trying to get some kind of community service projects going! Until we meet again dear sister, friend, sailor and true testament of God's love...
The Fox Family and Brian Whitty
Crofton, MD

Laurie Fox

November 12, 2017

Shirley will be truly missed, from the first time we met her my husband and I fell in love with her. She was a truly kind, generous and loving person we just love her so much. But God has opened up heaven for her, she has fought a good fight and now my sister is resting in his everlasting arms. I'll never forget all the goods times together and the big smile of hers :} Denise be strong our sister. Prayers for you and family during this time. Love Always

Ralph and Edna Striblin

November 10, 2017

This fine Naval Officer and I go back to the middle-80's at NAVCAMSLANT. She was a fine communicator and she will be missed. Prayers for the family she leaves behind. ZBM2.

Bruce Watson

November 10, 2017

We only knew Shirley for a couple of years, but in that short time we knew her as a very giving person. She always looked for ways to help others. Truly a wonderful person who will be missed by many. We know she is in Heaven enjoying eternal life with our Holy Family! Rest In Peace - Zeny & Woody

Norman Wood

November 10, 2017

Shirley was a close friend and Partner in Crime during our Cheif's Inititation in Thurso Scotland at NAVCOMSTA UK and afterward. A laugh so contagious and beautiful the world would do well to follow her lead. We have lost a wonderful, loving friend.

John Montoya

November 9, 2017

I met Chief Shirley on my second duty station in Scotland, I have just made RM3 and she had this comical side to her, as she came to tack on my crow with a sledge hammer dropping it on the floor before tacking my crow on she hit me good enough that it would never fall off. Shirley took me under her wing and taught me a lot about leadership, and I will never forget her kindness. Fair Winds and Following Seas.
RM1(SW)/RET Mark Weber

Mark Weber

Friend

November 9, 2017

I will never forget when I reported to Thurso, United Kingdom for my second duty station in Scotland, I had made RM3 and when she came to tack on my crow she carried a sledge hammer, to tell you the truth I think her fist hit harder then what the sledge would of, Shirley taught me a lot about communications and leadership she will greatly be missed. Fair Winds and Calm Seas Chief

RM!/RET Mark Weber (Pueblo, Colorado).

Mark Weber

November 9, 2017

Shirley was a wonderful, caring and thoughtful soul. She gave her all in everything she did. She could always make me laugh. She will truly be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. God bless.

Kelly Finnigan-Cousins

November 8, 2017

Shirley was the essence of a good soul. A friend and respected colleague during both her military and Post military careers. All who new her will miss her kindness and jovial persona. May god bless you and your family. Fare winds and following seas shipmate. It's with a sad heart that you will be sorely missed.

Rich Buko

November 8, 2017

Shirley was good to everyone who crossed her path. Se was a friend and a professional colleague. I am so very sorry for her passing. The world has lost another good one.

MICHAEL TINCHER

November 8, 2017

40+ years of Friendship, Love and a whole lotta laughter. Until we meet again Fair Winds and following Seas.

Allen Peterson

November 8, 2017

Shirley was an a kind and caring soul, and a U.S. Navy Patriot in support and defense of her country which she loved. A dear friend and coworker, God has blessed her and her family. Her memories will live on forever with her with all of us. "Non Sibi Sed Patriae."

Joseph Swiderski

November 8, 2017

I am so very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. I was stationed with her and Denise in Roosey Roads, PR in the early 80's, and they opened their home to me while I was going to a school in Norfolk in '82. I will always remember Shirley as a warm, kind and compassionate friend, in addition to being an excellent sailor and mentor. My sincerest sympathies to Denise and the rest of her family.

Kathy Callahan

November 7, 2017

Shirley was the most kind, wonderful and amazing person that I had the opportunity to work with while employed at STF. Always willing to help anyone like myself during transition from DON to Contractor. May God bless her family during this sad time.

Donald Powell

November 7, 2017

So sorry to hear of Shirley's death; kind and gentle soul. Thoughts and prayers for Denise and all of her family and friends.

Heather Kemp

November 7, 2017

I served with Shirley in Thurso Scotland. I am Sad to hear of her passing. RMC Michael Clinton (ret)

November 7, 2017

Shirley was an incredibly caring and kind person. She was always supportive and genuinely listened to people. Shirley was my friend and coworker. May God bless her family as he receives her into his loving arms. We know that she has heard the word, "Well done my good and faithful servant". Bob Lowery, RMC(SW) USN Retired

Bob Lowery

November 7, 2017

Thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends during this sorrowful time.

Erin Mikesh

November 7, 2017

I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I had the honor to served with Shirley in Thurso Scotland, She was a Mentor, Friend and Shipmate. Fair Winds and Following Seas. Jeff & Wilma Johnson
Jeff Johnson RMC,ret (Smithfield, N.C.)

November 7, 2017

I've worked with Shirley for the better part of 2 decades. She is a dedicated, loving, and nurturing spirit. She was truly a Saint on earth. As we were celebrating all-Saints Day, the Lord was rewarding one of his true saints on earth.

Chuck Pitts

November 7, 2017

I served with Shirley in Puerto Rico. It was a pleasure knowing her and being able to call her friend. Farewell Shipmate. God Bless.
William F, Cody RMCS (SW) ret (South Carolina)

William Cody

November 7, 2017

I will always remember the mentoring and friendship you showed me as a new officer at the time, and later as friends and co-workers. Bless you, bless your family, enjoy the eternity you've earned.
Don Owens

Don Owens

November 7, 2017

Many fond memories Shirley. You will not be forgotten

Jerry Flowers CWO3, Ret

Military

November 7, 2017

It was an inspiration serving with Shirley in Thurso Scotland. She will be missed. Fair Winds and Following Seas to a great lady. Matt & Jan Jaworsky

Matt Jaworsky RMCM, ret

November 7, 2017

I am so sorry to hear of your loss with the passing of Shirley. I served with Shirley in Scotland in the 80's, Shirley was a very special person to work with and for as needed. She had one of the biggest hearts and such an all around great person. Fair winds and following seas Shirley. Rest in Peace.

Mac McKinnon

November 7, 2017

Rest in Peace Shipmate.. Jerry Flowers/RET CWO3

November 7, 2017

Rest in peace shipmate we have the watch.

John Harnisch

November 7, 2017

I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. I'm sending you a big hug from afar. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family in this sad time

Marlyn Stephenson

November 7, 2017

Fair Winds and following Seas, Chief. You can rest easy now as we have the watch. Sincere condolences to your family, from a sister United States Navy WAVE.

Jeanie Morshead

November 6, 2017

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