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Shirley Creighton Obituary

SHIRLEY JEAN CREIGHTON, age 51, lost her courageous battle with cancer. Shirley passed on to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 17, 2002. Born on September 7, 1951, Shirley was a native of Houston and a long time Continental Airlines employee. Preceded in death by her father, Bennie Opela, and her infant daughter Lauren. Survivors include her mother, Dolores Opela, husband, James Russell, and siblings-Ann Walker, Linda Hochman, Tony Opela, Patsy Opela, Barbie Hayes and Theresa Rougeau. Other survivors include her nieces, nephews and numerous friends. To Shirley's best friends, Barbara Amari and Jeanic Bratcher, you both were there when we needed you the most. The family would also like to extend their deepest appreciation to Dr. Yen and to the staff at Houston N.W. Medical Center for the loving care given to Shirley during her illness. We will all miss her dearly. Hours for visitation will be 5pm-9pm on Tuesday, November 19, 2002. Rosary at 7pm at Santana Funeral Directors, 5352 Katy Frwy., Houston, Texas 77007. Funeral services are 1:30pm for Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at Lakewood Church. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Nov. 19, 2002.

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Clara Brown

November 20, 2002

My thoughts and prayers continue to be with your family during this difficult time.

Shirley will be truly miss by her friends at Continental.

Phyllis Voyles

November 20, 2002

My prayers and heartfelt sympathy go to Shirley's family. Shirley will be truly missed. She always had a smile on her face, during all that was going on this past year. What little time I knew Shirley, I feel that God blessed me for knowing such a wonderful caring person.

Georgia Clark

November 20, 2002

I would say the Lord has answered our requests for healing..because now she is totally healed. We had hoped it would have been granted differently..I will miss her sorely. During this time, and especially the past couple of weeks, I have done alot of reflecting on how short life can be and how we need to be walking with the Lord. The Lord is always with us...but are we always with Him? I will always be amazed at her courageous fight for life..I am blessed and forever changed for having known her.

Connie Ash

November 20, 2002

You will be missed and remembered for your vibrant personality and courage.

November 20, 2002

My prayers go out to Shirley's family. She had such a kind spirit and her inner strength was truly remarkable. I was truly blessed to have worked with her at Continental Airlines.

With Sincere Sympathy,

Cheryl Nuss

DENNIS AND DONNA HICKS

November 20, 2002

DOLORES AND FAMILY, WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT SHIRLEY. WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR WHOLE FAMILY DURING YOUR LOSS. WE KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO LOSS A LOVE ONE. GOD BLESS YOU

Hilary Eastveld

November 19, 2002

Shirley had a generous heart and a truly beautiful spirit. Please know that my prayers are with her and your family at this very difficult time.

Maxine Seals

November 19, 2002

Shirley was a team player at Continental Airlines. She greeted her team members & fellow coworkers with a big smile and such a beautiful attitude. Shirley was always a cheerful person! She was known for her beauty and her personality. We knew Shirley would be looking pretty everyday with her makeup and that red lipstick. Shirley was loved by all of her coworkers. We loved Shirley but God loves her best! Our prayers are that the family hold to those cherishful memories and look to God for strength and peace.



Love,

Maxine & The Team 64 Coworkers

Continental Airlines

Nancy E. King

November 19, 2002

Shirley was a very constant friend to me, most especially when my husband, Charlie, also a long-time Continental Airlines employee, was very ill in Feb. 2000. I am grieved by the loss of such a good and caring human being. Shirley and I also dreamed of cruising the ocean together but our dreams were tragically shortened. She will be sorely missed by both Charlie and I. God blessed Shirley and her family with courage and strength through this tremendous ordeal which befell her. May you rest in peace, Shirley and know that you will not be forgotten.

Jalil and Amalia Hakim

November 19, 2002

May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.



With deepest sympathy.

Sherri Sanders

November 19, 2002

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you always.

Kim Whaley

November 19, 2002

Please accept my deepest condolences. Shirley has fought a valient fight with courage and dignity. Our prayers are with you.



The Whaley Family

Troy & Daphne Clark

November 19, 2002

Our prayers are with you and your family.

Michelle Dennis

November 19, 2002

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of need. Use us to draw strength while you wait for a new horizon.

Sharon Gough

November 19, 2002

Our thoughts are with the family every day. James,Sharon and Adam.

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