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Shirley Sinkey Obituary
Shirley Sinkey, age 81, a well-known Albuquerque businesswoman and friend, passed away July 12, 2017.
She was born a farmer's daughter on January 25, 1936, in Cherokee, Iowa. Shirley moved to Albuquerque in 1960 with her husband and sons, Greg and Tim. After working 18 years for Xerox she retired in 1986 to begin a new career as the owner of Innovative Ideas and as a realtor for Scott Patrick Homes. Shirley loved the real estate world and became lifelong friends with many of her customers. She was one of the first women business owners to become a member of the Albuquerque Downtown Rotary Club. After 23 years of perfect attendance at Rotary she was granted honorary status when her health began to decline.
Shirley was predeceased by her son Tim and her longtime special friend Travis Zeleny. Shirley is survived by her son Greg Sinkey and his wife Sharon of Florida, granddaughter Megan Sinkey of Albuquerque and two great granddaughters. She is also survived by nephews Rob Butler and Brian Butler and their wives Chris and Debbie, all of Albuquerque, and niece Kendra Cook of Oklahoma.
A celebration of Shirley's life will be held on Saturday, July 29, 2017, from 4 â€" 6 pm. Shirley has requested that all guests wear her favorite colors, purple or pink. Please contact the family or one of Shirley's friends for details. In lieu of flowers please make a contribution in Shirley's name to Albuquerque Rotary Charitable Foundation, PO Box 3807, Alb 87190
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Sharon (Holmes) FLiear
July 31, 2017
So very sad to learn of Shirley's passing. A great friend over these many years and she will be missed by all. May she "sleep in heavenly peace".
Patricia Osterling Hegg
July 29, 2017
Shirley and I have been best friends since our first day in 5th Grade. There aren't any words to describe the sadness I feel to know we won't have anymore "long phone chats". I do know the lucky Souls in Heaven will certainly enjoy having her in their midst. Blessings to her remaining family, relatives and friends.
Chuck Peterson
July 29, 2017
Neighbor, friend and confidant. . . . her upbeat spirit was a great shot into any day our paths crossed.........
Steve Haydu
July 27, 2017
Our condolences to the Sinkey family,
Shirley was a kind person, we were grateful to have repaired her appliances and done work for her over and through out the years. She will be greatly be missed. Steve Haydu and family of Alliance Appliance
Linda C.
July 26, 2017
Lovely caring woman... sad to hear of her passing, but while she lived, she lived life to the fullest. Loved running into her in Real Estate. A truly lovely woman.
July 26, 2017
I am sorry to hear of her death. She was a lovely woman with who I worked on several transactions and it was always a pleasure. My condolences to her family and friends.
Susan Feil
July 26, 2017
I have very fond memories of Shirley, a glamorous gal, lots of class with a great sense of humor, kind and gentle. My sincerest condolences to her family. God's blessings.
July 22, 2017
Sinkey family, May the God of comfort help you through this sad time.
Nadine Allen
July 21, 2017
Shirley was so energetic and glamorous and fun to be with. I have such fond memories of her in our Delovelies group!
July 17, 2017
Mrs. Shirley was a wonderful person. Very sweet and nice. I will miss talking to you and see you at Sandia Casino. Thank you for letting me get to know you. Sophia Orosco, Casino Host at Sandia Casino.
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