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Shirley Shortridge Obituary
Shirley J.
Shirley J. Shortridge, age 85, of Toledo, Ohio passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2014, at her home. She was born in Findlay, Ohio on June 8, 1928, to Merle and Lucille Cherry. Shirley was employed at St. Vincent School of Nursing as a resident director for many years. She enjoyed traveling to visit her children and loved watching tennis and reading books.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl "Joe" Shortridge; daughter, Mary Buck; sisters, Ruth Cherry and Sandy Glosch; brother-in-law, Thomas LaRue and her parents. Shirley is survived by her loving children, Ruth (Ron) Johnson, Mark Shortridge, John (Lora) Shortridge and son-in-law, Mike Buck; grandchildren, Bryan (Anna) Johnson, Kim (Eric) Sauber, Julie Buck, Aimee (Adam) Bennett, Christy (Craig) Buck-Hutchins, Nick Buck, Rose (Ryan Haggard) Buck, Erin Buck, Matthew Shortridge and Megan Shortridge; great- grandchildren, Leah Sauber, Evan Sauber, Cameron Buck, McKenzie Buck, Gavin Bennett, Connor Bennett and Alec Bennett; sisters, Nancy LaRue and Alice Williams and brothers-in-law, Carl Glosch and Richard (MaryLou) Shortridge; along with several nieces and nephews.
To honor Shirley's wishes, there will not be any visitation or funeral services. Graveside services will be at Toledo Memorial Park Cemetery on Monday, April 7, beginning at 1 p.m. Professional services were provided by H.H. Birkenkamp Funeral Home 419-473-1301. To leave a message for Shirley's family, visit
birkenkampfuneralhome.com
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Dean Bobzean
April 9, 2014
To all of the children, I was sad to read about your Mom's passing. May God help you along thru this time, I know he helped me when my parents passed. Through the years I'll occasionally walk down our old street & when doing so look over to your old house & think of you guys & wondered how your mom was doing. All of you please take care - my sincere condolences, Dean.
Martin Radebaugh
April 8, 2014
The fact that your mother raised such wonderful children says a lot about her. She leaves behind a great legacy of children and grandchildren. I know you will miss her very much and I'm sorry for your loss.
Debbie Romano
April 7, 2014
Growing up with your mom,dad and you kids on Elsie Ave. was the BEST!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Debbie(Crider)and Scot Romano
April 7, 2014
John and Lora I'm sorry to hear about her passing. Mike Mierzwiak.
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Tom Derby
April 7, 2014
So sorry for your loss John.
Mark Sievert
April 7, 2014
John and Lora
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Mark Sievert
John & Joann Bos
April 7, 2014
The wonderful memories of our friend Shirley. She was such a fine lady and a wonderful neighbor. We met someone in Florida this year that spoke so highly about her role at St. Vincent.
We did not have addresses to send a personal note. Our sincere sympathy to everyone. This is not "Good Bye", but rather "Good Night, See You in the Morning". God Bless!
stacey olivier
April 6, 2014
To the family of Shirley.. May god bless you all in your time of need. I have many fond memories from when I was young of her,being at my grandparents home, just a few houses down. Love to you all Stacey Olivier
April 6, 2014
To the Shortridge family: my deepest sympathies on the passing of Shirley. She always made me feel welcome in her home when I was a teen and I have many good memories of her.
Shelley Griffith
Bob Zaleski
April 6, 2014
To The Shortridge Family,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your matriarch. Remember her fondly and she will live in your hearts. I shall include her in my daily rosary.
Bob ZaleskiNon
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