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Shirley Stowell Obituary

Stowell, Shirley B. COLONIE Shirley B. Stowell, 81, of the Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2008 at the Eddy Ford Nursing Home in Cohoes after a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Rose and Michael Butler. Shirley was a graduate of Philip Livingston High School in Albany and retired after 25 years of employment with Albany Medical College, Urology Department as the office manager. She was predeceased in death by her beloved husband of 50 years, George W. Stowell, and sisters, Florence Butler, Bessie Sussman and Thelma Oppenheim. She is survived by her brother, Jack Butler. Shirley was a devoted mother and is survived by her children, Warren (Robyn) Stowell of Geneva, Florida, Sharon (Dave) Parkis of Colonie and Robin (John) Davey of Clifton Park. She was the loving grandmother to Christine (Shane) Anderson, Jason Parkis, Lisa Davey, Joseph Davey, Jaclyn Davey, Matthew (Karen) Stowell and Nathan (Tanya) Stowell. She was the very proud great-grandmother of Emma Grace Anderson and Zoey Stowell. She was also survived by her devoted dear friend, Al Miller of Colonie. Shirley loved traveling and enjoyed numerous bus trips with the Hart Senior Group, playing pinochle with her friends at the Beltrone on the 4th floor and was an avid reader and knitter. She was a member of Pine Grove United Methodist Church and a frequent visitor to Jonesville United Methodist Church. Special thanks to Dr. John Buhac and his nurse Linda for their compassionate care over the last two years; Lonnie Novine, her home health care aide and the staff of Unit 2 of the Eddy Ford Nursing Home for their wonderful care during her illness. Shirley's love of family and its importance personified her whole life. She will be greatly missed by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many friends. She had an amazing sense of humor and caring attitude and would want everyone to celebrate life in her honor with whatever should make you happy. Family and friends are invited at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.) then to Pine Grove United Methodist Church in Colonie where funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Memory's Garden in Colonie. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ronald McDonald House of Albany, 139 South Lake Ave., Albany, NY 12201 or to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205 in memory of Shirley. To leave a special message for the family online, visit: www.NewcomerFamily.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jun. 23 to Jun. 24, 2008.

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Dick & Debbie Strawbridge

June 27, 2008

Robin, Sharon & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. A mother is the heart of the family and her loss is felt deeply by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joan Schroll

June 25, 2008

To the Stowell Family & Al Miller,
When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I know Shirley was very devoted to her family and friends. With sympathy,

PATRICIA PIEROTTI

June 24, 2008

Dear Robin and Family,
We are very sorry to hear about your Mom... I will always remember her as always being such a nice person...You are in our thoughts and prayers...
Love,
Patty and Rick Pierotti

Cheryl, Bruce, Jesse, Ali and Andrew Kean

June 24, 2008

Shirley was a wonderful and caring woman and we were lucky to have her part of our lives. She will be greatly missed by all of us. Our deepest sympathy go to her children and grandchildren.

Mary Beth and Paul Finnerty

June 23, 2008

Robin,

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She sounds like a very special woman. Our sympathy and prayers and with you.

Pat and Joe Kalinowski

June 23, 2008

To Shirley's Family

Shirley lived a full and happy life. She loved her family and her devoted friend, Al, very much.
Shirley will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Dr Bob Wishnoff

June 23, 2008

To Shirley's Family Everywhere;
I was saddened to learn this morning of Shirley's passing, as many mornings I still think about the great days she spent here at my office in her "post retirement" job. Shirley was a special person, a super employee and the best fan anyone could have on their side. I have to say that all her kids were her life, and I can only imagine how special the grandchildren and great grandchildren must have been treated. She used to speak with my Mom, another Shirley, who passed away just this year also, which is another reason I feel sad learning of her death, but smiling thinking that the two Shirleys may meet up on a bus trip somewhere in time and enjoy a special journey.

Michele Gava

June 23, 2008

We will miss her laughing! Take care
Sharon and Dave and Robyn and John -- see you soon.

Michele

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