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Shirley BREIGHNER Obituary
She was preceded in death by her parents, Vivian Margaret Harvey and Vivan Alba Harvey; her first husband, William W. Hunter; her second husband, Jesse V. Breighner; and her fiancE, Richard Broad Jr.
Shirley lived and worked in the Hampton and Newport News areas since 1956. She was very active in the Officer Wives' Club and the Langley Hospital volunteers. Before moving to Virginia, Shirley was stationed with her first husband, William W. Hunter, in many localities around the world.
She is survived by her brother, Vivan Jim Harvey; her daughter and son-in-law, Sherry and Steve Russell; a granddaughter and her husband, Kathleen and James Roberts; and great-grandson, David C. Roberts. She also leaves behind a loving niece, Carol Ledbetter; nephews, Vivan Jim Harvey II and Glenn W. Harvey; step-daughters, Shelley Anderson and Jane Blackmon; the sons and daughters of her former fiancE, Jennifer Harvey, Deborah Mae Broad, Richard Broad II, David Broad, Janis Huckabee; and a legion of friends.
A wake celebrating Shirley's life will be held in Hampton, Va., at a date to be announced later. She will be interred with her first husband, in Arlington National Cemetery, preceded by a graveside service.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to any charity of your choice. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley BREIGHNER
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Rita Foster
July 3, 2010
I worked with Shirley on the Hospitality Committee of the VIPMOAA retired officers chapter for many years. She was such a delight, with a marvelous sense of humor. I'm sorry the world has lost her.
Martha Novikoff
June 29, 2010
I have known Shirley for over 40 years and she always had a smile and a big hello. We were great Bridge buddies and have missed her in the last few years. We will all miss her.
June 28, 2010
Sherry and Steve,
We will miss Shirley's smiling face and wonderful laugh. Her memory will be cherished. May God's blessings be with you at this difficult time. With our sympathy, Mike and Sharon Breighner (great-nephew and great-niece). York PA
len & Dottie poniatowski
June 27, 2010
We really enjoyed having Shirley as a Co-volunteer at LAFB Hospital and as a friend.
Eternal rest Sweetie...
Carole Nozynski
June 26, 2010
Shirley, was such a card. Always so stylish, with her insect pin on her shoulder, and those high heels. We had many good games of bridge, in our TCD group. Life often has little surprises in store for us. Shirley was a wonderful surprise, and joy to know. She will be greatly missed.
Col. (Ret.) and Mrs. Ray Nozynski
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