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Shirley Karel Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Beverly Brenner VanHouten
September 28, 2006
Shirley was my cousin and I wish to express my condolences to Aunt Caroline and all of the family. I remember as a little girl visiting Shirley many times in the Convent and always remembered she was a very special lady. Love to you all.
Rick and Bev VanHouten
Jim Larson
September 28, 2006
Shirley was a teacher who encouraged any creativity I might have had. She was one of the reasons I chose teaching for my career. She was a dear friend.
Ann Hoaglund
September 25, 2006
I'm thankful that my memories can include a time several years ago spent with Shirley and Gene in Silver Bay. It was a delightful visit and I couldn't help but notice how the nurses and staff liked and respected her. She was a good friend, fun and funny, so knowledgeable and good natured and helpful. It's my priviledge to have had her as a friend. To Gene and all of her family,my greatest sympathy. Ann Hoaglund
Rita Jones
September 25, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to Gene and all of Shirley's children and grandchildren and family. Shirley was a true friend - loyal, generous and just always there. When I left the convent and was moving to NJ, she drove out to the East Coast and flew home when she saw me settled. Then a few years later when I moved back to Mpls with husband and children - there was Shirley, helping me get a job as a long term sub at Burnsville.Thanks so much, Shirley, for showing me what it means to be a friend! I'll never forget you...
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