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Elsie Trapp Obituary
Elsie Shirley Trapp, 82, a resident of Linthicum since the 1960s, died December 4.
Shirley worked for the University of Maryland Medical Center as a clinical administrator until she retired after 48 years of service. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Linthicum and the Women's Club of Linthicum. She was an active member of her church and enjoyed Bible study. She also belonged to the SPCA and was an animal lover, especially of her rescue pug, 'Tilly'.
Shirley enjoyed going to the theatre and was a supporter of the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore. A breast cancer survivor, she was very active in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. Shirley and her husband, Kenneth, loved to dance and had originally met on the dance floor at the Glen Burnie Carnival. She will also be remembered for her sense of humor.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Kenneth L. Trapp; and two brothers, Richard Arnold and Bradley Brown.
She is survived by three daughters, Peggy Ross and husband Arnold of Baltimore, Cindy Trapp of Glen Burnie, and Dorie Forte and husband Frank of Woodbine; and sister-in-law, Doris Hendricks of White Marsh.
A memorial funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 10 at St. Johns Lutheran Church, 300 W. Maple Road, Linthicum. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Shirley's name may be made to the church. For more information or to post condolences, please visit www.kirkleyruddickfuneralhome.com
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Donna Clausen Phelan
May 5, 2023
So many memories of Shirley, It´s been a while since I was there but looked her up. She was the face of the lab, she loves her job and everyone loved her! Rest in peace!
ZORA SMITH
December 11, 2010
MRS. SHIRLEY WAS A VERY SPECIAL LADY TO WORK WITH EACH I WOULD SEE HER SHE ALWAYS SPEAK AND KIND WORDS NO MATTER WHAT UNIT SHE WOULD GO TO EVEN OPEN THE OPEN FOR HER HARD WORKING AND WAS DEDICATED FOR THE 25 YEARS I WORK AT UMMS SHE WILL BE MISS BUT NOT FOR GOTTEN. Z.V. SMITH
Kimberlly Walker
December 9, 2010
It seems like Shirley's passing not only forces us to say goodbye to our friend, colleague and teacher, but marks the end of an era. Goodbye Shirley and thank you
Tori Walker
December 8, 2010
At UMMC Shirley was always the "go to person" for anything to do with the lab. As a co-worker she was always kind and friendly. Her courage and determination, regardless of the challenges that faced her were admirable. Shirley was a wonderful person who will be missed.
Stephanie Dampier
December 7, 2010
In Anatomic Pathology at UMMC, we all remember her as simply, Ms. Shirley. She was one of the sweetest and one of the most caring persons that I have ever known. She was the epitomy of the commitment to excellence. I will remember her always
Joanne Kozlowski
December 7, 2010
I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Shirley. Having been a nurse who has worked nights for 25 years at the University of Maryland Medical Center,I cannot think of a more supportive person to the nurses and patients than Shirley.I miss those 5 a.m. visits! She was always there when you needed her and has been missed since her retirement and even more so now in her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Diane Smith
December 7, 2010
I am saddened. I also have been a nurse at UMMC since 1972 and always said that Shirley was the most customer service-oriented person here....way before it was in vogue. Shirley was a very special, caring lady with whom I shared many memories. I will never forget her.
Rita Scheinin
December 7, 2010
I have been a nurse at University of Maryland Hospital/GCC since 1972.Shirley always came to my unit with a wonderful smile and giving heart. Always had a kind word. Always helped with any problems. I will miss her terribly. May you find comfort in your faith, friends and family. Rest in peace Shirley. We love you,
Marene Paul
December 6, 2010
From the time I arrived at University of Maryland Hospital in 1971, Shirley was a mentor and a special friend. We laughed many times together and she kept me sane or insane as the case might have been.
I will miss you and your strength and dedication to patient care.
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