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Shirley Mae Bennett

1946 - 2024

BORN

1946

DIED

2024

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Bennett and Houser Funeral Home, Inc.

312 East Locust Street

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Shirley Bennett Obituary

Shirley Mae Bennett, 78, of Clearfield, formerly of Curwensville, passed away Friday, November 22, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh.

Born April 26, 1946 in Clearfield, the daughter of Lloyd W. and Jessie A. (Breedlove) Shugarts.

She was a graduate of Clearfield Area High School, Class of 1964 and the Clearfield Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1967.

Shirley had been employed as a Registered Nurse with the Clearfield Hospital, retiring after 40 years of service.

She was a member of the West Side United Methodist Church, Clearfield and was active in the Adult Bible Study. Shirley was also a member of the Clearfield Hospital School of Nursing Alumni, Curwensville BPW and enjoyed quilting and crafting.

Shirley is survived by her two children; Erik Bennett and his wife Jennifer of Lumberton, TX and Kimberly Lansberry and her husband Rick of Clearfield, five grandchildren; Kylie Guidry, Greyson Bennett, Jeremiah Bennett (Rayanna), David Lansberry and Michael Lansberry, three great grandchildren, a brother, Gary L. Shugarts of Clearfield, several nieces, nephews and cousins and her beloved cat, Kiki.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Patricia Chnupa and her former husband, Vincent Bennett.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the West Side United Methodist Church on Friday, November 29, 2024 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Clare L. Pannebaker officiating. Interment will be in Historic Crown Crest Cemetery, Hyde.

Friends will be received at the church on Friday from 10:00 AM until the hour of services.

The Bennett and Houser Funeral Home, Inc. of Clearfield is in charge of the arrangements.

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

Published by Gant Daily from Nov. 24 to Nov. 25, 2024.

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Barb malloy

November 29, 2024

Dear Gary, Kim and family,
So sorry to hear of Shirley´s passing. I haven´t seen Shirley for many years but my vision of her is one of admiration and fondness for the many years she worked with my Mom and years she was my acting supervisor.
May she now rest in peace.
God bless you all.
Sorrowfully,
Barb Malloy

Ron Welker and Sharon Welker

November 29, 2024

Our deepest sympathy to you Erik and Kim, we have fond memories of Shirley

Elizabeth Anne Evans

November 29, 2024

I met Shirley in 1971 at the Clearfield Hospital. She always had a smile. She was a wonderful ICU Nurse.

Tommy Wingard

November 28, 2024

"Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen"

Jerry Miller, & wife Cookie

November 25, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jerry Miller, & wife Cookie

November 25, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

The Covals

November 24, 2024

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. Shirley was a wonderful friend and a great nurse. May the angels lead her into Heaven. Sweet memories and hugs

Bill and Norma Bensor

November 24, 2024

We are so very sorry for your loss. Prayers and deepest sympathies to the family.

James Barr

November 24, 2024

To the Bennett family, and cousin gary, we are so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. I'm sure it's a difficult time for all of you. And yet, we have a Greater Hope because of the power of the Resurrection and the hope of Christ's many promises. And so, as you face your sorrow and pain, remember the sweet solace of our Lord and savior.

Jim & Beth Barr
Philadelphia

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