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Shirley Ryan Obituary

RYAN, Shirley Louise, age 82, an Avra Valley resident for 35 years, passed away from lung cancer on June 6, 2011. Survived by her son, Ray Ryan; daughter, Judy (Roger) Hubbard; and her little Amo, Pat (Julie) Ryan; two brothers, Kenneth (Julie) Wall of Kansas City MO, William Wall of Marana AZ; sister-in-law, Madeline Wall of Merced CA. She was blessed with nine grandchildren, 30.9 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Services are to be held at the home of Roger and Judy Hubbard, 7076 N Nelson Quihuis, Marana AZ, Saturday, June 11, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. A luncheon will follow the memorial for family and friends. Arrangements by DESERT ROSE CREMATION AND BURIAL.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jun. 8, 2011.

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Staci Valle

June 9, 2013

Missing you never gets any easier, but I know you are in a much better place and watching over all of us.

June 6, 2013

I am glad your not in any pain or suffering anymore. But it sure hurts everytime I want to call you.

Jennifer Hubbard

June 6, 2013

Missing you today on the anniversary of your passing

Shelly Hubbard Sargeant

June 25, 2012

Love you and miss you every single day

lisa martinelli

September 22, 2011

Aunt Judy, I don't honestly remember if we have met. I am Henry's first grandchild Lisa,Linda and Leonard's daughter. I Have met Shirley and she was a wonderful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you thru this time. Shirley will truly be missed.

Love,
Lisa Martinelli

Barbara Eaton

September 14, 2011

Condolences go out to all your family
May she find peace and comfort

Leonard and Linda Wall Martinelli

September 14, 2011

We will miss Shirley's visits to California and I miss seeing her online and reading all her emails. Our hearts are with you.

September 11, 2011

Shirley, I miss you. I miss your visits. I miss talking to you on the phhone. I miss you on Pogo.
Rest in peace. God bless you and your family. Love you, Madeline

Joshua Spencer

September 9, 2011

Love you Grandma. You are truly one in a million.

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

Well your birthday came on Aug 29th and we were all in AZ for it except you did not attend this year. You had a bigger and better party in heaven this year. I am home now and you are always on my mind. Love and miss you.

Mom may not have been able to walk thru Walmart like she wanted but she found a way to shop with her great grand daughter and me!

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

1956 bathing beauties, Pat, Judy, Ray and Mom

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

Shirley knew to have fun, even when she was a senior!

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

When mom lost her hair from chemo, Pat shaved his head too.

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

Shirleys younger days

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

Super Women Shirley

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

Shirley all dressed up for Halloween

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

Shirley and her oldest son Ray

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

Shirley at her 70th birthday party

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

Mom and Willie Nelson

Judy Hubbard

September 9, 2011

4 Generation Pic, Judy Hubbard, Jennifer Hubbard, Lillianna Hubbard, and our Grandmother Shirley Ryan

Shelly Sargeant

June 10, 2011

Kim Johnson

June 10, 2011

My prayers are many for the family, I know how much you all loved your mom, grandma, as she did all of you. I love you all and God Bless

Staci Valle

June 10, 2011

Grandma Shirley was a wonderful woman full of spirit and life. Always trying to do things on her own instead of asking for help because she was wonderfully stubborn. I will always remember watching her pickle okra, pickles, and beets. Growing up calling her Grandma was a privilege I will always be thankful for. She had a spot in her heart for everyone and touched every life she came in contact with. I love you Grandma.

Shelly Hubbard Sargeant

June 10, 2011

The memories are endless. To all who knew her loved her. I am so grateful to have been blessed with her as my grandmother. She has been there for me no matter what. Which makes her a true "GRAND" "MOTHER" There is not enough words to express my deep love for her or the hole in my life and heart now that she has gone. But, I do find peace that she is with the Lord and no longer in pain and I also know she is able to be with me everyday now. Grandma I love you with every bit of my heart and soul. All my love always

The most beautiful woman in the world.

Shelly Hubbard Sargeant

June 10, 2011

June 9, 2011

I met grama Shirley when I went to visit Amy and Josh.Pat and Julie had invited us for a cook out.Grama was sitting there very quiet just watching everybody.Such a sweet little lady.God Bless the family and my prayers go out to all the family.[Elva King Green Springs,Ohio]

Patty Buzzelli

June 8, 2011

Shirley had a wonderful laugh and truly loved life. Now you all have another Angel in heaven to help you.

Jennifer Hubbard

June 8, 2011

You are my sunshine...

Rod & Janet Jaynes

June 8, 2011

Shirley is resting comfortably in the Lords arms, looking down and smiling on her family. She was such a fun Lady, and we had many good times with her when she lived here in Michigan. Love you Judy and the rest of your family.

Melissa and Josh Dupuis

June 8, 2011

Aunt Judy, I can only imagine how hard it is to say goodbye to your mom, but during this difficult time may your many happy memories of her keep you strong. You are in our prayers always. Keep your chin up! We love you guys.

Staci Valle

June 8, 2011

You will always be missed

Diana & Vern Kamp

June 8, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this sad time in your lives. We were fortunate enough to spend time visiting with Shirley when we were in Arizona in April. We thoroughly enjoyed that time with her and the rest of your family. She was a wonderful lady and has always been a great friend to the Boots family. She will be missed by everyone!

Michael and Debby Hubbard

June 8, 2011

Shirley left her Children and Grandchildren the legacy of respect and love. You remain in our thoughts and prayers always. Love you xoxo

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