Shirley Mc Namara

1949 - 2010

Shirley Mc Namara obituary, 1949-2010, Fresno, CA

Shirley Mc Namara

1949 - 2010

BORN

1949

DIED

2010

Shirley Mc Namara Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 25, 2010.
Fresno native Shirley Mc Namara passed away Saturday, October 23, 2010 after battling pancreatic cancer. Shirley was a secondary physical education teacher for Fresno area schools for 23 years. "Coach Mac" also coached various youth sport teams including City-County Girls' Basketball All Star teams and led others to local and regional championships, including NYL Central High School softball and Edison High School basketball. She was one of the founders of the Fresno Lassie girls softball league. In recognition of her contribution, she was inducted into the ASA California Central Region Hall of Fame. Shirley attended Fresno City College, graduated from Fresno State in 1971, and received a teaching credential (life) in 1972. She added mathematics to her teaching assignments through continuing education. Besides teaching, Shirley worked part-time in mutual fund sales, Electrolux sales, and she established "The Pet Cab" business to help people's pets get to grooming and medical care appointments.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents Daniel and Mary McNamara; her sister Susan McNamara; and her stepmother Helen Weber. She is survived by her twin sister Barbara Mc Namara of Turlock, CA; her nephew Enik Stone; and grandnephew Logan Stone.

A memorial mass will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2240 North Cedar Avenue, Fresno, CA on Friday, November 5, 2010 at 1:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to support pancreatic research by visiting curePC.org or by mail to CurePC c/o The Lustgarten foundation, 1111 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714; or to support the work of Animal Rescue of Fresno by visiting arf-fresno.com or by mail to Animal Rescue of Fresno, 4545 East Dakota, Fresno, CA 93726

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November 7, 2010

Laurel posted to the memorial.

November 3, 2010

The Mendez Family posted to the memorial.

November 3, 2010

Doris McNamara posted to the memorial.

Laurel

November 7, 2010

I met Shirly and Barbara years ago during my "play" in Lassie League. Very seldom do you come across someone who touches your life the way Shirley did mine. She was an excellent coach, mentor, and had a gift she continued sharing throughout her years. She will be missed by many. I have faith that she is no longer in pain. My prayers go out to her family, specifically Barbara. Losing a twin can be so difficult.

The Mendez Family

November 3, 2010

Shirley, you have always looked after and taken care of family, friends,and animals. We never saw or heard you ask for anything in return. Your suffering is over now, and may your Soul rest in peace. Our love always.

Doris McNamara

November 3, 2010

Barbara and family,
I was so sad to hear of Shirley's passing. I will always remember the great times that we had on our visits to Fresno & the family reunions. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Jerry's Family: Doris, Jim, Sam, Kim & Sarah.

Dan & Donna McNamara

October 28, 2010

Our beloved cousin Shirley we will miss you, and will remember all the fun times we had espeially your leading the family at our last family reunion in singing McNamara's Band. may you rest in peace. Love Dan and Donna McNamara

Carol McNamara

October 28, 2010

Although our meetings were few, you spirit for life and your caring nature shined through. You will be missed, but remember with love, George and Carol

Linda Minier

October 27, 2010

Shirley, I will miss the late night phone calls while you fed the dogs. You were a great friend. You were a dedicated representative from Sequoia to the Fresno Teachers Association. You worked tirelessly for the issues and concerns that were dear to your heart. You worked hard to make P.E. fun and educational not to mention how you and Jennifer taught kids how to eat healthy. The River Dance performance was exciting and you enjoyed the drums. I know you are watching over all the lost animals. You were a uniquely wonderful person whose enthusiasm will be missed. Our hearts are broken but we have many fond memories. We were blessed to know you my good friend. Linda,Wayne and Sean

Valerie Silva

October 26, 2010

Shirley - I will miss your laugh and your support. I know you are flying with the angels and you are without pain. May your soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, rest in peace. Your friend,

Cynthia McCutcheon

October 26, 2010

I worked with Shirley during my beginning years in Fresno Unified. She was the most welcoming individual I encountered on that school campus. She was a genuine person and her students responded to her internal warmth. I recall that after I had been away from our mutual campus for some years, I ran into her at the downtown office. Again, there she was after several years, remembering me by first name, and making me feel welcomed once again. I will miss you.
Cynthia McCutcheon

Carolyn Grossi

October 26, 2010

Shirley, I will miss you cousin. Enjoyed all the times we visited growing up & the reunions. You were a very good person and will be missed by all. God bless you. Love Carolyn & Alex

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