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1942
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2022
Shirley Nelson Obituary
1942 - 2022
Shirley Yvonne Nelson, a long time Lompoc resident, passed away December 30, 2022 in Santa Barbara, CA. Shirley was born to Charles Hawpe and Hazel (Stoker) on February 7, 1942 in Oklahoma City, OK.
Shirley is preceded in death by husband Stanley Nelson, daughter Sharon Swift and brother Darel Hawpe. She is survived by sons Lawrence Swift (Caroline) and Fredrick Swift (Paula); grandchildren Sierra, Eddie, Carly, Claire and Courtney; brother Keith Hawpe; sisters Charlotte Crist, Gloria Gomez, Judy Russell, Lori Marr and many nephews and nieces.
Shirley lived in Lompoc for many years with Stan and worked as a day care provider. They both loved living in the town of Lompoc and Stan's photos appeared many times in the Lompoc Record. Services are pending.
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Memories and Condolences
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Lori
February 14, 2025
Remembering my sister on her special day! I feel your presence when I hear (Raspberry Beret) by Prince playing at the grocery store or when I'm getting a sandwhich at Subway. I have wonderful memories of all the family dinners, lunches and movies we went to. I miss your funny stories you told and retold..lol you always made us laugh. Love you and miss you ( always in our hearts).
Love Lori & family
Charlotte Crist
January 12, 2024
Shirley was a beautiful woman inside and out. While living in Lompoc with her for a short while I would take her shopping and we would sometimes go out to eat with Lori and Renee to nice restaurants. We were sisters and we loved to hang out together. I miss her very much but I know we will be together again in heaven.
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