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Shirley Bird Obituary
Shirley M. Smith Bird, age 83, of Harborcreek Township, passed away peacefully, at her residence, on Sunday, April 19, 2015. She was born in Erie, on April 3, 1932, a daughter of the late Gilbert and Cornelia Pratt Smith.
Shirley was a devoted homemaker and mother. She was a member of Our Lady of Mercy Church and was a volunteer at the Conrad House at Brevillier Village. Shirley enjoyed knitting, crocheting, quilting, ceramics, gardening and square-dancing with her late husband.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Bird and two children: Janet Weber and Kenneth Bird.
Survivors include four children: Christine Bird Hall (Phillip) of Harborcreek, Nancy Brown (Richard) of Wattsburg, Robert Bird (Gloria) of Erie and Richard Bird (Bernadette) of McKean; one sister, Sally Furey (Carl); one brother, Thomas Smith; 16 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Dusckas-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 5151 Buffalo Rd. (at Hannon Rd., in Harborcreek Township), on Wednesday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Further visitation will be held at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 837 Bartlett Rd., in Harborcreek, on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Regional Home Hospice, 2564 Village Common Dr., Erie, PA 16506.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Bird
Thomas Smith
August 29, 2015
I am writing this for Shirleys brother Tom Smith.. When Dad and Mom left us you never hesitated about having me come live with you and Robert. I am very happy I didn't have to go into a group home. You taught me how to do my laundry, pack my lunch Togo with my group on outings, you even had my group come to the house and cook and watch movies..
You could leave me alone when you and Robert went away and you trusted me to do what I was suppose to
You were like mom to me.
I love you and I miss you. I told my "nother sister" she was my sister now.
I am glad Chris and Phill
Have me now. Shirley said it would be ok
I still have a home.
Sally and Carl Furey
August 29, 2015
Bird Family
What can I say.Shirley was the most wonderful sister anyone could have. We never got mad at each other.She was a teacher in many ways.She always had time for family even if it ment putting aside something she had been waiting to do for her self. Family always came first. She was the best wife. Mother, sister.in-law .aunt, cousin friend anyone could ever need.No need to tell you how much she is missed. I need going to the phone to call because I have a question to ask her or something to tell her.We laughed because we use to have a lot of old Aunts.Suddenly WE became the old Aunts. I love her and miss her. Love all you kids like my own and I knew she felt the same way about our family
Shirley, I know you are happy now and free from pain as you rejoice in heaven with family and with the Lord.
April 24, 2015
Prayers for the Bird family Shirley was a great person
sandra needham
April 23, 2015
Shirley was just truly a good person, prayers for all the family.
April 23, 2015
Nancy, Rich and family,
Sorry for your loss.
Ann Marie
Kathy (Tobin) Marshall
April 23, 2015
So sorry for the loss of cousin Shirley..... I remember her from when I was little living in Erie and we would have family gatherings. My thoughts are with you all!
Kathy (Tobin) Marshall
Sandy Murphy
April 23, 2015
So Sry For Your Loss. She Was A Sweet And Caring Lady.
nancy diraimo
April 23, 2015
What a beautiful woman she was . I am sure inside and out ! my prayers for you Nancy for the days to come.
Barb & Karl Gorka
April 22, 2015
Sally So very sorry about the passing of ur sister....Thoughs n prayers with u n ur family....
April 22, 2015
To all of Shirley's family and friends,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Shirley was a wonderful person and a long time volunteer at Brevillier Village. The time she devoted to the residents over the years is so very much appreciated. She loved sharing time with the residents at Conrad House. We have special memories of a very special lady. We are glad she could share some of her life with us. Vicky Wittuck, Brevillier Village
Deb McGraw
April 22, 2015
What can I say about Aunt Shirley. She was a kind, gentle, giving and loving soul. I have many memories of coming to the Bird home and playing in the back yard, having picnics and seeing HeyYou running right along with us. Boy could she bake (all of our wedding cakes), sew (I remember my flower girl dress and all of the Halloween costumes, dance, her ceramics and most of all, her care giving. She was amazing and took great care with all of her loved ones her whole lifetime. I loved her and will never forget. She is in a better place now and I'm sure she has a special job as our newest angel. Love to you all! Cousin Deb
Colleen (Blizman) Tuberson
April 22, 2015
Nancy -- Please accept my sympathies. I know you were very close to your Mother. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tammy Colley Raydo
April 21, 2015
Dear family I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew your parents from square dancing & camping. Very fond memories of them both.
Jean Coffey
April 21, 2015
I only new Shirley for a short time she always made me feel at home when every one got together. I will miss her very much
Marcy McChesney
April 21, 2015
Grandma Bird was a wonderful lady. Our thoughts, prayers, and love go out to the entire family. ~Marcy, Erynn, Leanna, & Dannica
Merle &Cheryl. Truesdail
April 21, 2015
Nancy & Rich. Sorry about your lose,Our prays are with you. Merle &Cheryl Truesdail
Craig J Heuser
April 21, 2015
Dear Nancy and family, I am saddened by your loss and praying for you during these difficult days. As you celebrate a life well lived may your memories bring comfort and peace.
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