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Shirley Eaton Obituary
Binghamton - Shirley D. Karlman Eaton (Pink Lady), 90, of Binghamton went to be with the Lord on June 10, 2020. She was born in Solsville, NY, the tenth of eleven daughters born to Herman and Susan Adams Karlman. Shirley was a 1947 graduate of Madison High School. She was a stay-at-home mom and did child daycare/foster care in her home for many years before going to work as a banquet waitress for many area hotels, working most recently and the longest period of time at The Holiday Inn Arena. "Shirlea" worked until the age of 86, loving the socialization and hard work that kept her young. She loved anything and everything pink, as can be attested by her home decor. She loved cherubs, her dog Savanna, shopping till others with her dropped and "stopping for a burger" whenever out and about.
Shirley was predeceased by her parents, seven sisters and their husbands, her husband Maurice, her son Gary, her grandson Michael and several nieces and nephews. She is survived by her son Terry, her daughter Susan, daughter-in-law Sue, grandchildren Teresa, Sarah, Joseph (Samantha), Cameron and Connor, sisters Isabelle (Penny) Strain, Sylvia Persons, Sally Fairbrother and numerous nieces and nephews, as well as her dog Savanna.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a private service will be held at the family's convenience. Pastor Joe Wickman will officiate. Burial will be in Vestal Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Broome County Office for Aging, 60 Hawley Street, Binghamton, NY 13901.
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Joe Laskaris
June 15, 2020
Rest In Peace dear Shirley. Always a sweet and kind lady.
Dawn Rowlands
June 15, 2020
Terry & Family;
I'm sorry to hear of your mother's passing. May your loving memories help you though this difficult time and in the future bring smiles to your heart.
Dawn Rowlands
Devin Brock
June 15, 2020
Shirley thank you for loving my grandfather and caring for him for so many years. I know I owe so much of my extra time with him to your love soul. You always welcomed me into your home and I don't think I ever thanked you for all you did.
Thank you
Kristopher Marku
June 13, 2020
I worked with Shirlea at Holiday Inn Binghamton for ten years . What a wonderful woman and hard worker. She had class and an amazing sense of humor. Its the people like Shirley that make going to work each day such a joy. Thank you for all the hard work and laughs Shirlea. You will be missed.
Suzanne Puzakulics
June 13, 2020
Shirley was a beautiful soul. I was one of those kids that she babysat for when I was about six years old, and will never forget her. She loved pink and Loves Baby Soft fragrance. She was an excellent cook and I still use her lasagna recipe. Prayers for the family I know she will be missed.
Deborah A Ponti
June 12, 2020
To Terry, Susie, and all your family members... This is such a sad time for everyone. Shirley was quite the character; so beloved by all who knew her. Looks like it never was dull being around her; and this fact makes her loss even harder. Know that in Gods plan, for all, the time to join him in our Heavenly Home is predestined. She is now happy, healthy, and pain free. To know she has rejoined all her loved ones is cause for celebration. But...
All grieve that we cannot See her, but She sees you. And will be your Guardian Angel, guiding you every step till you rejoin her in due time. It may seem a lifetime, but in Gods time it is a Nanosecond. With all love and blessings. ❤❤
Laurie Nagle
June 12, 2020
Shirley you always brightened up my day. It was a blessing to know you. Now you can enjoy a banquet in Heaven and the Angels will be serving you.
R.I.P. Beautiful Soul.
Diane Bowen
June 12, 2020
I Worked with Shirley. for 10 yrs at the Holiday Inn in Vestal. She was such a hoot to work . Such a great lady. She will be missed by everyone who was so lucky to know her.
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