Shirley Marie Straughan
October 18, 1929 - March 29, 2017
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Shirley Marie Straughan
October 18, 1929 - March 29, 2017
Obituary
Shirley marie straughan of charles town west virginia, 87, passed peacefully in her sleep march 29, 2017 in winchester virginia.
Shirley was born october 18, 1929 in niagara falls, ny, the daughter of the late hedwig elizabeth (boos) book and william paul book. She was a 1946 graduate of oakridge tennessee high school, attended lincoln university, owned and taught at her dance studio in lewiston, ny, active in state and local garden clubs, member of the kanawha united presbyterian church, kupc bell chior, delivered meals on wheels for 26 years, and was an active member of all the communities in which she lived.
Shirley was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She enjoyed everything from horse shows to golf and dancing but enjoyed them most when she was with family and friends. Shirley left a lasting imprint of her graciousness and generous spirit on all that knew her.
She was preceded in death by her husband william h. Straughan, husband of 59 years. she is survived by her daughter elizabeth a. Cochran of ellijay ga; son paul g and wife nancy e straughan of charles town, wv; two grandchildren amy jarvis and nicholas robertson; and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.M. Saturday, april 1, 2017 at kanawha united presbyterian church, with the rev. William patterson lyles officiating. Entombment will follow in sunset memorial park mausoleum, south charleston, wv.
Visitation will be held from 5:00:-7:00 p.M. Friday, march 31, 2017 at barlow bonsall funeral home, charleston, wv.
The family would like to thank everyone at the willows at meadow branch and blue ridge hospice for their caring and loving attention to her wellbeing and needs.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the national parkinson foundation, kanawha united presbyterian church, or a charity of your choice.
You may send condolences to the family at: www.Barlowbonsall.Com
barlow bonsall funeral home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.
4 responses to Shirley Marie Straughan
Joanne Booth says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Former Student
Location: Pennington New Jersey
“Miss Shirley” Was My Ballet Teacher In 1957-58 In Lewiston, Ny. I Still Remember Her Studio, The Mirrored Wall, And The Barre. When My Family Moved To St. Albans, Wv With Union Carbide, Miss Shirley And Her Husband Moved There Too! I Remember Her So Well For Her Kindness To And Patience With A Class Of Lively 5 Year Olds. Rest In Peace, Miss Shirley.
Mac Gray says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship:
Location: Seebert West Virginia
My Thoughts Are With The Family On The Passing Of Your Mother. It Has Been Many Years Since Last I Saw Either Of You, Elizabeth And Paul, But I Will Always Have Thoughts Of Your Beautiful Mom.
Your Grandmother Anne Was My Aunt, My Father, Lionel Gray’S Sister.
Beth Moore says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Alabama
Words Seem Inadequate To Express The Sorrow Felt By The Loss Of Such A Loved One. My Heart Is With You. As Well As This Beautiful Encouraging Promise, John 5:28,29 “Do Not Be Amazed At This, For The Hour Is Coming In Which All Those In The Memorial Tombs Will Hear His Voice And Come Out.” Imagine That Day When All Our Dear Loved Ones Are Brought Back To Life Through A Resurrection And Reunited With Us Again. What A Truly Beautiful Promise Of Comfort And Hope And How We Long For That Special Day So Close At Hand.
Bernard Ream says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Former Neighbor
Location: Charleston West Virginia
You Have My Deepest Sympathy; Shirley (And Bill) Were Wonderful Neighbors Of Ours In Rolling Hills For Many Years. Unfortunately, I Will Be Out Of Town This Weekend And Unable To Attend The Visitation Or Church Service. However, Shirley Will Be Remembered In My Prayers.