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Shirley Ann Gorchals

1930 - 2014

BORN

1930

DIED

2014

Shirley Gorchals Obituary

Shirley Ann "Skip" Gorchals

Shirley Ann "Skip" (Hawkinson) Gorchals, age 83 died on January 30, 2014. Shirley was a lifelong resident of Neenah. She worked for Twin City Monument until her retirement. She is the beloved mother of Heidi and James. The family would like to thank the staff at Bridgewood Nursing Home and Hospice Advantage for the care given to our mother.

Published by Appleton Post-Crescent on Feb. 2, 2014.
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Heidi and James,
I remember as a young girl talking to your mom when she worked for my father, she always was nice to me. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Linda (Stark) Morey

February 2, 2014

Heidi I'm sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in all things your mother shared with you during her life.
Sandy (Towns) Dark

Sandy Dark

February 2, 2014

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