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Shirley Boldin, 75, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024.
Shirley was born and raised in East Cleveland and was a 1966 graduate at Shaw High School. She married, moved to Canton to raise her two sons, and helped run the family Putt-Putt business. After her sons had grown, she graduated from the University of Akron and worked for the Summit County Board of Developmental Disabilities until retirement. Shirley's passion for working for people with disabilities carried on long after her retirement; she spent nearly two decades volunteering for different organizations, including the Children's Miracle Network and Beyond Our Boundaries, among many others. Her zest for life was endless leading her to travel all over the world, filling up her passport with many stamps. Most of all, Shirley loved and supported her two grandsons, rarely missing a sporting event even if she didn't understand what was going on in the game.
Shirley is survived by her sons Bill (Laurie) and Bob (Michelle); grandsons Colin and Josh; brother Bob Alvarez; and sister Janice Hershberger. She was preceded in death by her parents Patricia & Robert Alvarez; and brother Rick Alvarez.
Friends may call on Monday, January 22 from 11AM-1:00PM at the Anthony Funeral Home, McGowan Reid and Santos Chapel, 247 Stow Ave in Cuyahoga Falls, where a service will be held at 1:00PM. Private interment at Highland Park Cemetery.
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A Friend
January 22, 2024
To the family of Shirley Boldin ~
I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know her well, but I knew she was a lovely person. I am a care provider for the developmentally disabled. In this capacity, I had come across Shirley over the years. She took a special interest in one of my clients. And from what I knew of Shirley, I'm sure many others were treated (and felt) just as special. So, thank you Shirley, for the lives you affected so positively. A debt that cannot be repaid, but a promise to pay it forward. In your honor!
MaryEllen
January 21, 2024
Family, I'm heartbroken. Shirley was pure love, if you knew her you knew that. It's a safe bet, You wouldn't bet against it.
I was blessed to meet Shirley back in the middle 80's through our mutual friend Kay they worked together at the county and as peoples lives take different paths, Kay and I reconnected w/Shirley several years back. I enjoyed our times, laughs and analyzing the important tasks at hand along when she would bring portables for snacks. She loved her family I love reading all the wonderful things from coworkers/friends and loved ones.
Shirley, She was one in a million.
She never begrudged a child love. <3 anyone's child.
~ Memory Eternal ~
Seb Chizmar
January 20, 2024
Seb Chizmar
January 20, 2024
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January 20, 2024
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January 20, 2024
I will never forget our years of travel together. You taught me so much when I was just learning how to be an adult. You never judged me and gave me space to be myself. I will continue to always be adventurous and try new things without fear. I will do better about keeping those genuine people closer in my life and I'll never stop missing your advice and friendship.
Linda Piche
January 19, 2024
Dear Bill, Bob and family -- I am so sorry to hear about your mom, grandmother and sister. She was a former co-worker when we were in our late teens and became one of my best friends. Shirl was a loving, proud mom and grandmother and always talked about her family. We met last Summer for dinner in Brecksville and I was looking forward to seeing her new home. Rest in peace my dear friend.
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