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Steven SHIRLEY Obituary
A Celebration of Life will be held for Steven G. Shirley who passed away October 30, 2012 at the age of 44.
Steve was known for his knowledge and passion for cars. His favorite hobby was his own 1967 Dodge Charger and was always happy to talk about it.
He is survived by his wife Marie, his parents Bill and Azell, his sister Linda (Scott) Wise, two nieces and a nephew. Other survivors include several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Services will be held at 11am, November 10th at Mt. Vernon Memorial Park in Fair Oaks, CA. Call (916)-969-1251 or visit www.mountvernonmemorial.com for more information.
In lieu of flowers, you may donate to the American Diabetes Association in his name.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steven SHIRLEY
Roland Webber
December 5, 2012
My little cousin Steve! When he was born I was 6 or 7. I remember uncle Bill and Aunt Azell getting married. a little church, a lot of people! Cousin Steve was an usher at Russell's wedding. He passed out from standing to long I felt so bad but he was OK. We spent a few times camping when we where kids. The weekend swiming was the most fun cause we got to be with steve and cousin Linda. Then we grew up! I was In the NAVY and Steve jouined the AIR FORCE. Years passed. Marie, I LOVE YOU. You are a real special woman and I know how you are to my family. We love you. The brother you hardly now but you impacted my life from A FAR! I could write for hours. I wont.
I LOVE YOU COUSIN STEVE
michael mattson
November 13, 2012
My heart and prayers of deeply felt condolence pour out to Marie and her children as well as Stevens parents, William and Azell along with his sister and entire family at this time of sadness and profound loss.May God add strength and lasting mercy to all who were touched by Steven...
July 2012
Andrea Downs
November 10, 2012
Linda Boyles
November 10, 2012
Our thoughts are with Marie and his family. So sorry we cannot be with you in person.
Troy Baker
November 10, 2012
Steve and I both graduated high school from San Juan in 1885. Our lives crossed again when we were both contracting at Sutter Health on the same project, and once again when we were both hired on at Sutter Health a few years later.
To say Steve will be missed is a gross understatement. I am still in shock that his life has ended and our lives will not cross again. My prayers go out to his family and friends, may God give you comfort.
Ron Edelenbos
November 10, 2012
It's hard for me to find the words that can truly express my feeings towards Steve's Passing.
Steve you've left a great impresssion on me and those around you, and I'm sure where ever you are now you will continue to do the same.
Your Charger friend.
Ron Edelenbos
Big Sugar
Marisa & Michael
November 10, 2012
Steve...we miss you so much already. Still can't believe you're gone. You made a lasting impression on all of us and our hearts are heavy. May you rest in peace with your loved ones that have gone before you.
Marie...we are keeping you close in thought and prayer. Please let us know if there is anything we can do during this very difficult time. We are very close, only about 15 minutes away.
Curtis Garfield
November 9, 2012
I was privileged to work closely with Steve when we were at Cal-Fed Bank. Steve was my mentor and my friend. He taught me everything that I knew about Servers, and how to support a network. I am still in shock because I just found out about this. I'm so used to seeing his ‘available' icon on MS Instant Messenger, to think that I'll never see him again is just…surreal. Marie, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gary and Terrie Cook
November 9, 2012
Marie, you are in our hearts and we are so sorry for your loss! Steve was a great person and a very honest friend! He will be missed by many!
Bob & Martha Christiano
November 8, 2012
Marie, Martha and I are terribly saddened by the loss of our friend.
We all met at the 40th and Steve and I got to know each other better in the next 5 years planning our trip(s) to the 45th in Detroit. That is a weekend we will never forget. From the show to dinner to just sitting after and enjoying your company. A memorable weekend and great times.
Steve and I shared our fondness for our furry felines as well as our Charger's birthdays being days apart.
Marie, I sincerely hope we can remain in touch - and for Steve, RIP my friend.
Greg Hampton
November 8, 2012
Our prayers are with you and yours.
Greg, Kristi and Shawnee (NorCal Challengers)
November 8, 2012
Didn't really know Steve all that well, but knew him from the Charger Site and seemed a helluva nice guy. Sorry for your loss. 44 is way too young. May he drive his beloved Charger eternally. RIP, he will be missed. Again, sorry for your loss.
"Cooter".
Steve & Mary Podhorecki
November 8, 2012
Steve was really a great friend to all and he never met a stranger. Always upbeat and ready to talk about anything cars. We will all miss Steve very much. Our condolences Marie.
Tina Baxter
November 7, 2012
Marie, I was so very sad to hear of Steve passing away. I wish God to give you peace and so much love from friends and family. Let all those wonderful memories surround you and feel comfort from them. Bless you,
You cousin
Kari Uhlman
November 7, 2012
Steve, I always enjoyed your really great smile and your sense of humor that fit right in to our family. Holidays and birthday celebrations won't be the same.
Brett DiMichele
November 7, 2012
Steve your presence on ChallengerTalk will be missed by all. From the Challenger Talk members, GodSpeed!
Brett DiMichele
Toxic11
Joni Armstrong
November 7, 2012
Lou, Praying for you at this very difficult time. Knowing that you are surrounded by family and friends who love you is a blessing. May all your memories of Steve fill you full. RIP Steve.
Mark Thomas
November 6, 2012
I only met Steve recently, having known Marie for many years. He instantly impressed me as a fun, open, and honest individual. It was obvious that he and Marie were perfect for each other. I am sure he will be deeply missed amoung his many family and friends. Our prayers are with him and Marie.
Lou Faught
November 6, 2012
Lou/Marie
There is not a word I can say to let you know how I feel about your loss of your friend and partner Steve.
Just know you will be in my thought and prayers. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.Lou Faught
We will miss you Uncle Steve.
Kristina Craun
November 5, 2012
Uncle, I will always remember you as the man who loved life. You calling me "squirt", thinking you had the coolest cars, tossing Jason, Sarah, and me in the pool, all of the fun times we shared. I still can't believe your gone. You are cared about by the many people you touched, and will always be remembered and loved. I know you're in heaven now watching over all of us and one day we will see you again.
Jackie O'Brien
November 5, 2012
I was sad to hear of Steve's passing. I never met him in person. But as a member of DodgeCharer.com. I enjoyed reading his posts, about his trips with his wife and Charger. He will be be missed. My prayers are with his wife , family and friends.
Mark Rufener
November 5, 2012
Marie, thinking of you and your family at this time. You are in our hearts and prayers. Cousin Mark
Lisa DiRuscio
November 5, 2012
It's hard to fully express my shock and sadness to hear of the passing of Steve. We worked together on several projects at Sutter Health over the last few years and we never ran out of things to talk about. I'm going to miss him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
November 5, 2012
As former president of CenCalLX car club I can say you will be missed for sure.
You are in my prayers brother.
Holly Frank-Tolbert
November 4, 2012
Very sad to read this news. I grew up with the Shirley family. I have great memories of Steve and my brother together. What I remember the most about Steve was his kindness. He always let me tag along and treated me like a little sister. He will be missed.
Duane Cooney
November 4, 2012
I am deeply saddened and will cherish the memories and times with Steve. He was a friend and colleague. I always looked forward to lunch days out with Steve, his humor, and our next discussion about cars. We will miss him dearly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Marie and family.
Ron & KT Torres
November 4, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Karen (Kik) Schweizer
November 4, 2012
I am so bummed about Steve. He had a heart of gold, a smile as bright as his Charger, and a mischevious laugh. He will be missed by many who loved, liked and admired him. My heart goes out to you, Marie.
Bryan & Rose Ashcraft (A383Wing)
November 4, 2012
My wife and I are still completely numb from this news. We are here for Marie if there is anything we can do for her in this time of need.
Ben Williams
November 4, 2012
Steve,
You will be missed. We had a lot of good times and I consider myself lucky to have known you. Goodbye my friend
Mike Egan
November 4, 2012
I never had the opportunity to talk with Steve in person, though we had been friends for many years. First brought together by a common interest in vehicles and our little family over at the 1st Gen Charger site, I have truly enjoyed getting to know Steve over the years, and wanted so very much to meet him in person one day. I still cannot believe that he has left us. I cannot help but feel that a joyful piece of my life is now forever missing. My heartfelt condolences to Marie and the Family.
Treasure Island 2009.
David Finkelstein
November 4, 2012
We enjoyed our meeting you both, and our wonderful cruises and time together, Our hearts are with you Marie at this difficult time. David and Linda.
Phil Romer
November 3, 2012
Steve, life lost a great human spirit this week. The time you spent on our team as a member will be remembered forever. The expert insight you gave about computers for everyone and the help you provided me about rebuilding my car will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim Paschedag
November 3, 2012
Steve, You will be deeply missed by all of us that knew you, followed you on your adventures, and looked to you for advice. I thank god that I had the chance to meet you and Marie.
Lisa Beard
November 3, 2012
Dear Shirley family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your Steven. He will always be remembered for the sweetness and kindness he had shown me throughout the many years I have known your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Lisa and Quentin Beard
Dan, Marie and Steve at the 2010 Ohlone Mopar show
Dan Helms
November 3, 2012
Shane "Samsquamch" Wilkie
November 3, 2012
Marie, I only knew Steve for a short time through our common interest in the 66-67Charger Forums. I drew inspiration from your Route 66 trip and hope to follow in your footsteps. You were both high on my "hope to cross paths with" list. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Chris (Just6T9CHGR) Giardina
November 3, 2012
While I didn't know Steve personally, he was an active member on DodgeCharger.com and myself & others lived vicariously through the pictures he shared of him and his wife with their '67 Charger.
Rest in peace my friend.
Cody Cole
November 3, 2012
I'm still trying to wrap my head around this.....I'm in complete disbelief still. Steve was one of the nicest people you could meet. I had the pleasure of talking to Steve for years on the Charger forum and then I had the honor of meeting him at the MATS car show in Vegas back in 2010. I'm going to miss you buddy. I know you are in heaven cruising the Charger right now. Rest in peace my dear friend. My condolences and prayers to Marie and the rest of his family and friends.
November 3, 2012
Bill, Azell, Marie and Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patti (Fair Oaks)
November 3, 2012
So very sorry for your loss, may you continue to drive your Charger in heaven. You are in my prayers.
Frankie DeLong (Vero Beach, FL)
Patty and Dan Helms
November 3, 2012
Steve, you will indeed be missed. You were always there with a smile, a story and laughter for us.
Marie, if a mans measure is counted by the number of people he has touched, inspired, and made better, then Steve is indeed looking down upon us all.
Mark and Melissa Gibson
November 3, 2012
Melissa and I met Steve and Marie last year at the 45th Dodge Charger reunion in Auburn Hills Michigan, and again this year in Van Nuys for another car show. Steve was one of those guys that you immediately liked and he would do anything possible to help a friend. He and Marie touched our lives in a way not many friends can, and our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Marie and all of his family and friends.
Bob Booth
November 3, 2012
We are very sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
Bob & Deirdre Booth
Brian Scates
November 2, 2012
Steve, you will be missed at work. All those stories about your cars and your road trips. I pray that god is with your wife and family. God bless
Laura Canavero
November 2, 2012
I feel fortunate to have worked with Steve for many years. His knowledge, willingness to help (especially when I had questions about my car) and his kindness will truly be missed. We lost a great colleague and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family.
November 2, 2012
Our condolences, thoughts, and prayers for you, Marie, and all the family.
Ray & Abbie Johnston Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
Linda Roberts
November 2, 2012
Marie, We are so sorry to here about Steve. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and the family.
Bob & Linda
Lisa & Chuck Thomas
November 2, 2012
Chuck and I had the great fortune to meet Steve in person and hang out with him at MATS as well as have a bbq. Truely a wonderful, kind, man. Cant even wrap our heads around this. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chuck & Lisa Thomas (Nevada)
robert kennedy
November 2, 2012
hope you get to drive a big block mopar up there fella
Andrea Downs
November 2, 2012
Cousin you will be greatly missed by those you loved. May you find peace and a way to cruise up there. For those left behind you remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Wise
November 2, 2012
Brother you are so deeply loved and will be greatly missed. I know you are in Heaven now and watching over all of us. I am praying for your wife Marie, Mom and Dad and the rest of the family to have strength, love and understanding during this times of great sadness. Scott, I and the kids, love you and will be thinking of you often with all the good times and visits we have had over the years. You will live and be loved in our hearts forever.
John Westoby
November 1, 2012
Jackie's and I feel so bad to hear about our friend and fellow cruiser's passing. We will pray for God to give Marie the strength to make it through the coming days and month. God bless you. John & Jackie Westoby
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