Shirley Ann Beirnes, aged 71, died peacefully on March 1, 2018 at Laurel Place Care Home in Surrey, BC. Left to mourn Shirley is her husband of 53 years, Gary; children Traci (James) and Jamie (Sandra); grandchildren Melissa and Shane (Megan) and great-grandson Arthur. Shirley is also survived by her only sister, Patricia Baillie (James), and nieces and nephew Laurie, Kim and Steve, as well as great-nieces, great-nephews and many cousins. Shirley was predeceased by her parents, Mike and Mary Gordi.
Shirley was an avid traveler who spent many happy hours sailing the high seas on one of her cruises. When back on dry land, Shirley was a home-body who enjoyed spending time creating many beautiful crafts for her home and family.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at Henderson’s Funeral Home in Langley, BC on March 29, 2018 at 11:00.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of BC or the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hendersonslangleyfunerals.com for the Beirnes family.