Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home - Jacksonville

11801 San Jose Blvd

Jacksonville, Florida

Shirley Braasch Obituary

BRAASCH Shirley A. Braasch, 73, passed May 5, 2010 in Jacksonville, FL. A life-long resident of Jacksonville, Shirley enjoyed gardening, traveling, Disney World, nature and more than anything, spending time with her grandchildren. She was a devoted member of San Juan del Rio Catholic Church. She was loved by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her and she will be missed immensely. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband of 56 years, Harold; sons, Ronnie and Hal Braasch; daughters, Debbie Howard, Sheri McGowan; brother, Steve Chavez; sister, Judy Chavez; 5 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren, and many treasured friends. Family will accept friends on Friday, May 7th from 6-8 p.m. with a rosary vigil at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. A Celebration of Her Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation at www.alz.org . or Community Hospice of NE FL, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., Jax, FL 32257. A special thanks to the Orange and Aqua Teams of Hospice for their love and dedicated care. Arrangements are under the care and trust of HARDAGE GIDDENS MANDARIN CHAPEL, 11801 San Jose Blvd., Jax, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com . Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Florida Times-Union on May 6, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Braasch

Not sure what to say?





June 4, 2010

GRANDMA I MISS YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH... YOU WERE THE MOST AMAZING WOMEN EVER AND I WILL NEVER EVER FORGET YOU I LOVE YOU SO MUCH, YOU WERE THE BEST GRANDMA I COULD HAVE EVER ASKED FOR THANKS FOR EVERYTHING I LOVE YOU!!!! RIP

Ashley Howard

May 11, 2010

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRANDMA I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SOOOO MUCH!!

May 10, 2010

Harold and family,

I am saddened to hear of Shirley's passing, know you are in my heart and prayers.

Gene Bennett

Allan Ortagus

May 10, 2010

Harold and Family

So sorry to hear.........Peace be with all!

Kim Jones-Ortagus

May 10, 2010

Harold, Ronnie, Hal, Sheri and Debbie,
All the Chavez Families
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have such fond memories of years ago....Shirley cooking up a storm and feeding everyone that was around at dinner time. Bless her soul.

May 9, 2010

To Harold, my best friend Ashley, and family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Shirley was a great woman and was always very kind. She will be missed. -Kayla Peterson

May 6, 2010

Your family are in our Prayers through this time. James, Moni & Sadie Moody

May 6, 2010

Harold and family, I was saddened to read of Shirley's passing. I've missed you both in the neighborhood.
Your neighbor Kathy across the street on Joseph Hewes.

Freddie and Noel Losco

May 6, 2010

We will miss you Aunt Shirley! Our love and prayers to the rest of the Braasch clan.

Bill Comer

May 6, 2010

Harold, very sorry for your loss.
Bill Comer

Buddy- Ruthie - Mike Jones

May 6, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are for Shirley's family in this time of sorrow. Shirley, Rest in Peace. You will be missed , but not forgotten.

Ashley Howard

May 6, 2010

Grandma I miss you sooo much. I'll never forget you and our fun sleepovers, ice cream, tennis and of course going to disney 10 times out of the year. You were my everything, thanks for taking care of me as a child! I'll never ever forget you you were the best grandma I could ask for. I know you watching over us now!
I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!
<3 your grandaughter
ASHLEY

Lisa Davis

May 6, 2010

I am so sorry to hear that Shirley is no longer with us. I have fond memories of her and remember cheerful nature. She was great hostess to our square dancing parties. My sympathies to her family.

Vaughn & Mary Ortagus

May 6, 2010

Harold & family, our deepest sympathies!

Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results

Make a Donation
in Shirley Braasch's name

Memorial Events
for Shirley Braasch

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home - Jacksonville

11801 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223

How to support Shirley's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Shirley Braasch's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more