Dr. Shirley Fischer Arends
Dr. Shirley Fischer Arends
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Dr. Shirley Fischer Arends, a true American patriot and heroine, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on August 20, 2025, at her home in McLean, Virginia.
She is survived by her daughter, Jackie Arends of Keswick, VA; her son, Chris Arends (Bridget) of San Diego, CA; and her beloved granddaughter, Caroline Cruze of Alexandria, VA.
Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 AM, Friday, October 10, 2025 at Zion Lutheran Church, Ashley, ND led by Pasto Ryan Gage. She will be laid to rest in the family plot beside her parents at the Zion Church Cemetery
A Celebration of Life will be held later in October in McLean, Virginia, for friends and loved ones to gather and honor her memory.
In recognition of Shirley's lifelong commitment to education, the Shirley Fischer Arends Education Fund has been established at the North Dakota Community Foundation. This endowment will provide educational opportunities for future generations in Ashley, Contributions may be sent to:
**North Dakota Community Foundation**
PO Box 387
Bismarck, ND 58502
Please note "Shirley Fischer Arends Fund" in the memo line. All gifts are tax-deductible, and donation receipts will be mailed to donors.
Services are in care of Carlsen-Lien Chapel, Ashley.
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