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Shirley Lopez Obituary
Oct. 17, 1935 – Nov. 30, 2013
Proud native of San Francisco
Our dear Mother passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday evening. She is now in God's hands and in the company of many family and friends who have gone before her. She lived a very full and happy life with her family and friends and will be missed dearly by all who knew her.
Children: Charlie Lopez, Jr (deceased), Steven Lopez, Lauren (Frank) Puliafico, Julie Hallgren and Jennifer Lopez (Philip Fee). Grandmother to Christopher and Travis (Molly) Lopez, Ashley, Erika and Austin Hallgren, Matthew and Alexis Hallgren, Olivia and Emily Fee. Great-Grandmother to Matthew Lopez. Brother to Mike (Barbara) Doyle.
Shirley attended St. Anne's Grammar School and Presentation High School.
Retired from UCSF Medical Center Pathology Department where she served for 12 years.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 1pm, St. Gabriel's Church, 2559 40th Avenue, SF, CA 94116. Reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor:
Mailed to UCSF Foundation, PO Box 45339, SF, CA 94145 or Online at makeagift.ucsf.edu.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Lopez
Presentation Sisters
March 31, 2014
Shirley Rae Doyle Lopez is an alumna of Presentation High School, San Francisco, Class of 1953. The Sisters of the Presentation are praying for your family. May God bless you with love, comfort and peace.
Jill Partinico Forde
December 12, 2013
I was so very sad to hear about your Mom's passing.... I have such wonderful memories of Shirley & spending time at the beautiful Lopez Home. My love to you all.
Shirley Rae Doyle-Lopez
December 7, 2013
I miss u Mommy
Susan Gogna
December 6, 2013
Dear Lauren and family,
My sincere condolences to all of you! "Shirles" was a one of a kind lady! Beautiful inside and out. The mom we all wish we had! Always there to help anyone in need. Her loving smile, and sweet voice captivated everyone who was in her presence! I hope that all your loving memories will help ease the pain you are all feeling. God's angel on earth is now with him in heaven. My love to you all.
DiStefano Family
December 6, 2013
Dear Lauren and family,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. May all your love, memories and family be the strength to help you through this difficult time.
Love, Rich, Amy, Katie and Jennie DiStefano
Susan Hontalas
December 5, 2013
Dear Lopez Family, I have so many memories of your Mom from our youth. Walking to school with Charlie when we were FIVE years old!! My sincerest sympathies on her passing. May she rest in peace. May her memory be eternal. And, may your many memories help ease your grief.
Angel Guzzetta Hession
December 4, 2013
I hold so many joyful memories of Shirley who always had a smile and hug to share. Growing up I always wanted to be at the Lopez house because Shirley made her home welcome to all! She was a wonderful mom who modeled communication and trust. Something all teenagers need. Shirley was mom to many of us. Her children are so lucky to have learned so much from her and will carry out those same traits themselves! I will remember her special smile and laugh forever! She was a beautiful lady.
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