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Shirley Eileen Smith
1937 - 2025
BORN
1937
DIED
2025
Shirley Smith Obituary
She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Kemp Smith; her parents; siblings; and eldest son, Terry Allen Burns. She is survived by her sons, Gary Michael Burns and Richard Kemp Smith Jr.; niece, Jade Soltani; grandchildren, Christine, Alexis, Gavin, Tyler, Jessie, and Madeline; great-grandchildren, Austin and Noah; and many nieces and nephews.
Shirley lived her life with strength, conviction, and an unwavering sense of independence. She had a sharp eye for a good deal, a soft spot for angels, and a lifelong devotion to Redskins football. Shirley loved the sweetness of peaches, fall weather, and her daily walks with her partner in crime, Jack - her 19-year-old Bichon Frise.
Shirley had a deep for animals. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Humane Society. Shirley Eileen Smith
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Leslie (Poole) Piwowarczyk
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Aunt Shirley you are the last of my Dad's family, your brother, to leave us. Heaven will welcome an independent and sassy lady who had a wonderful sense of humor and laughter. You will be missed. Rest easy - Love Leslie
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