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Shirley Hatfield Obituary
Shirley J. Hatfield, 76, passed away in the presence of family at the Hospicare Residence on July 12, 2014. Born at home in North Lansing on April 16, 1938, she was a daughter of the late Lawrence C. and Audrey V. (Teeter) Howser. Shirley was employed at Cornell University's Vet School, where she had over 28 years of dedicated service. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Ivan L. Swayze and her sister, Christine Worsell. Shirley is survived by her husband, Roscoe J. Hatfield; her children, Deborah VanPelt (Roger) of Lansing, Larry Swayze (Terry) of Ithaca; grandchildren, Kimberly Skrzypczak (Eric) of NJ, Alicia VanPelt of Lansing, Jeffrey Swayze of Elmira; great grandson, Owen Skrzypczak of NJ; brother, Donald L. Howser of Lansing; and a large extended family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, PO Box 1848, Longmont, CO, 80502, or online at www.npcf.us. Burial at North Lansing Cemetery will be private. Lansing Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Hatfield
July 22, 2014
Larry and Debbie,
So sorry to hear about your mom. She was quite a lady. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Helen (Dyess) English
Marge Laughlin
July 17, 2014
So sorry to learn of Shirley's passing. May the love of family and friends and your many fond memories help you through this sad time. Marge
July 17, 2014
Rocky, Sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She always had a smile on her face and I'm sure she is smiling down on you and her family. Stay strong. Pat Hatfield
Bonnie Watson
July 17, 2014
Dear Don and Shirley's Children, I was saddened at hearing of Shirley's passing. She was such a nice lady. She will be missed, but is no longer suffering. God bless, Bonnie Watson
Georgia Eastman
July 16, 2014
I am very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. I always enjoyed visiting with her whenever I would see her. May your many memories give you comfort during this difficult time.
Corey Nalley
July 16, 2014
To the family of Shirley I send my condolences to you. I knew Shirley when I worked for her brother Donny. She always had a big smile on her face.
Terry Davis
July 16, 2014
I am very sorry for the loss of your mother Debbie and your grandmother Kim and Alicia. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Terry Davis
Nancy and Danny Pace
July 15, 2014
Larry,we are very sorry for your loss.
Jean Searles Thorn
July 15, 2014
Dear Debbie, Larry, Donny, Roscoe and families
I am so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed by all. Hold tight to your many grand memories and may God hold you and help you through this difficult time
Nadine Bennett
July 15, 2014
I will always remember the smile on Shirley's face. I worked with her at the Vet School for decades. What a beautiful lady.
Steve Hatfield
July 15, 2014
Uncle Rock, Debbie and Larry, So sorry for your loss of your Wife and mother. I hope the good lord helps you find peace and guides your through this sad and heartbreaking time.
Donna Jenney
July 15, 2014
I will always remember her sweet smile and laugh. Hugs go out to the family.
July 15, 2014
Beautiful, warm, funny, sassy lady. I miss her & will never forget our times together at Cornell. Sending thoughts & prayers to Debbie & all the family. Shari McNeil
Dan & Marcia Beckley
July 15, 2014
Dan and I are very sorry for your loss. Shirley was a wonderful person -
bill kirk
July 15, 2014
To Roscoe, Donny, and All the Van Pelts - Sad to lose part of a neighbor's family - please accept our respect and sympathy for all your families
Debbie Howe
July 15, 2014
Debbie and Larry,
I was shocked to read of your mother's passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. I have missed seeing her and Debbie on the weekend shopping sprees.
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