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Shirley McClune Obituary

YORK Shirley A. McClune, in her 71st year, died Saturday, September 29, 2007, at York Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. McClune was born April 24, 1936, in Lancaster to the late Lester Bleacher and to Esther (Sest) Bleacher, who survives her. Shirley was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and homemaker whose life centered on her family and her beloved Schnauzer, Scarlett. She was an avid reader of American history. Surviving her are her daughters, Diane Tully and her husband, Gary of Lancaster, Susan Mansberger of Dover, and Brenda James and her husband, Carl of Hellam; son, Brian McClune and wife, Trudy of Georgia; daughter, Tracie McClune and companion, Charles Moye of York; son, David McClune of Georgia; daughters, Barbara Stallman and her husband, Dennis of Minnesota, Michelle Kemper and her husband, Daniel of York. Also left behind to mourn Shirley's death are 12 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; four sisters also survive Mrs. McClune; as do numerous nieces and nephews. Her former companion, John Mullin, preceded her in death, as did two brothers and a sister. To honor Shirley's life, her family and friends may make contributions to the charity of their choice. A memorial service will be held Tuesday at 4 p.m. at The Sprenkle House on the Campus of the Still Meadow Church of the Nazarene, 400 Still Meadow Lane. Arrangements entrusted to Auer Memorial Home and Cremation Services, Harrisburg.

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Published by York Daily Record on Oct. 1, 2007.

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Deborah Leonard-Yates

October 21, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about your mother. You just don't know what is going to happen next. They things happen for a reason, but alot of times we never know what the reason was, but God knows. I have had a hard time dealing with my husband, Brian's unexpected death, but I know God has and is there to carry me through, and he will be there to carry your family through, also. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Deborah Leonard-Yates

October 21, 2007

I am so sorry to here about your mother. You just never know what is going to happen next. Sad to say there are no guaratees in this life. They say that things happen for a reason, but sometimes we never know why, but God knows. I have had a rough road losing my husband, Brian, so unexpectely, but I know that God is and will carry me through, just as he will carry your family through this sad and very hard time. With time the pain will ease up and you will then be able to remember all the good times you have had with your beloved mother. Your all in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Kim, Amy, Rick at Amys Place Hair Salon

October 6, 2007

Tracy,Brenda and Family
We are all thinking of you on this very sad day. The love you all had for your mother was so obvious and I am sure you will miss her very much. Remember all the wonderful times you had with her and always keep her in your heart.

Denna Strahl

October 6, 2007

Losing a mother can be one of the hardest things we endure. Having Christ's peace and love is the only thing that gets us through. I know That God is with you, and I pray you will all lean on Him for comfort. I will continue to pray for each one of you. Michelle, I am so sorry I wasn't able to come to the service, but, please know I was there in my thoughts. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not in your own understanding, in all your ways accknowlege Him and He will direct your paths. He promises to be with us to guide and direct us, not desert us. May the comfort of His word be with you always...

D Brown, Gillette

October 5, 2007

Thinking of your families at this sad time, but remembering many laughs and good times. Diane and myself wish to convey our sympathies on the loss of your Mother. God Bless...
Donna Brown
Diane Gillette
Garland, Texas

Michelle Kafkalas

October 3, 2007

Our prayers are with the entire McClune family and, in particular, Michelle, Dan, and Daniel, Jr. Know that your Mom is now at peace and with God. And God is with you during these difficult times and always. God bless & take good care of each other.

Pastor Eric Hughes

October 2, 2007

My prayers are with you at this time of your grieving.
May the measure to which you have been comforting others in the past be yours as we comfort you.
May the peace of God be with you.
Blessings from
Pastor Eric and Elaine & Family x

margaret taylo-brown

October 1, 2007

Dear McClune Family, I am so sorry for your sadness at losing Mrs. McClune. She was a lovely, loving woman and I thoroughly enjoyed working with her as her nurse practitioner. She was so proud of all of you. May God bless you as you grieve, and my you know her love for you always. I will say prayers for all of you especially tomorrow at 4 PM. I'm sorry I won't be able to be at the memorial service as I'll be on duty in the ER. Sincerely, Margaret Taylor-Brown

Dawn Greenholt-Myers

October 1, 2007

Diane,Sue, Brenda,Scott,David,Trace,Barb,
Michelle and families
Ohhh the memories we've shared in the past 30 plus years.
When you wonder the meaning of Life and Love....Think of your Mom!
If you question who we are or where Life will take us...Look into your hearts, there you will see and hear your mom! Remember your time with her, what now seems brief, but ever so Brilliant! She will always be with you. What a Lady...We all have different journeys, different paths along the way. Take with you the wisdom, the love, she taught you well ~
I hope in some small way my feelings expressed of your mom will comfort each one of you and ease the emptiness. Keep the many memories from the past to cherish. The laughter, the Joys, and celebrations, the sorrows and the tears. Hold on to those memories, they will add up to a Treasure of fond yesterdays that each of you shared and spent together. They will keep your Mom close in Spirit and in thought.
Please know that I am here to Listen if you feel like talking. If there is anything I can do...call me, I'll be there !
I will miss calling her on our birthdays.
Thinking of you ALL !
With Love,
Garth,Dawn,"Brother"(Don), and Rebecca

Nicole Tully

October 1, 2007

"A memory is a keepsake of time
that lives forever in the heart"

Grandma,
Thank you for the kindness of your love as a child, your support and encouragement as an adult and the wonderful memories I'll always cherish.
Your loving granddaughter,
Nicole

Rhonda Einsig

October 1, 2007

Trace and Family,

I have know you all for 32 years and although I can't say I understand how you feel, I can say that I too feel a great sense of loss. Your mom was such a special lady and I know that her family meant the world to her, I am so very sorry for your loss. It is so hard to know what to say at a time like this, just know that you are all in my thoughts. I have told Trace and will tell you all if there is anything that I can do please don't hesitate to ask.

Love,
Rhonda, Dan and Jess

Amber Grove

October 1, 2007

To the whole Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I wanted to let everyone that you are in my thoughts & prayers. I will miss Aunt Shirl greatly. Sorry I could not make it in to be with the family. LOVE, Amber

Lori Pulsney

October 1, 2007

I am a friend of Mrs. McClune's daughter Michelle. I didn't know your Mother well-had met her a few times-she was always smiling and friendly. I did know how much she meant to Michelle though and what a rock they were for each other. The whole family has my deepest sympathies and if I can do anything, please let me know.

Penny Bowers

October 1, 2007

Trace and Family,

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. You are all in my thoughts and prayers! It is hard to know what to say in a time like this. Just know that I will do anything that I can to help any of you! Your mom was a very special lady and each of you need to keep her close to you in your hearts as I know you will.
Love you all...

Penny, Bill, Brandon and Joel

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