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Shirley Possi Obituary

Possi, Shirley (Henderson) Of Elm Grove. Born in Chicago, on August 11, 1925, to parents, Walter and May Smith, died on Feb. 20, 2012, at the age of 86. Survived by five sons Scott (Joan), Brian, John (Boe), Bruce, Stuart (Lynn). Step-children John Possi (Sheila), Mary Ellen (Brad) Moses. Also 13 grandchildren, Matthew (Mindy), Sara, Jessica (Jess), Kevin (Amanda), Amy, Taylor, Emily, Alix, Josh, Ben, Mike, Lauren and Nick; and 7 great-grandchildren Jade, Isaiah, Tanner, Riley, Miles, Lily, and James. Preceded in death by husbands, John Henderson and John Possi and brothers, Walter Smith, Jr. and Robert Smith. Shirley had a full life and in addition to being a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she was a clothing model, loved playing cards particularly Bridge, and enjoyed traveling. She will be missed by her family and a large circle of friends. Visitation will be held Monday, February 27, 2012 from 9AM until the time of Funeral Service at 11AM, at the Funeral Home. Private burial at Wood National Cemetery in Milwaukee.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Feb. 24 to Feb. 26, 2012.

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Peggy Schmitt

February 24, 2012

To the family of Shirley Possi, I will remember Shirley and her family in my thoughts and prayers. She will be missed by our bridge group. She was a fun and caring person to be around. Now she is in a better place. Peggy Schmitt

Ann & Dan Waszak

February 24, 2012

To Shirley's family,
John & Shirley were my neighbors up to John's passing and lovely people. She was a sweetheart, your family is in our prayers.

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