Shirley (Shirl) Ann (Safranski) Pence was born June 15, 1939 in Downers Grove, Illinois. She entered into Paradise April 9, 2019 in Sarasota, Florida. Shirley is survived by her loving husband, Don of almost 62 years; daughter, Carrie (Bob) Brandon; grandson, Nick Smego; three great-grandchildren, Michael, Jonathan, and Zoey Smego; and her faithful companion, Pumpkin.
She was preceded in death by her grandson, Christopher Smego; her brothers, Frank, Lenard, and Richard Safranski; and her parents, Frank and Sophie Safranski.
Shirl enjoyed making people smile and laugh, it did not matter if she knew them or not. This was not hard for her to do, she had that contagious, beautiful smile and a great sense of humor. Shirl was charming, witty, and always had good comebacks. She was one of the sweetest and nicest people to know.
She was very dedicated to many causes: Heritage Park Zoo, Yavapai Humane Society, and Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters, just to name a few. Her passion though was always with the animals.
Even though her light has gone out on earth it will forever shine bright in the hearts and memories of those she left behind. Fly high our beautiful angel.
A Celebration of her life will be held on June 15, 2019 (her birthday) from 12 until 4 p.m. at the Prescott Club at Stoneridge, 1601 Bluff Top Dr., Prescott Valley, AZ 86314. A memorial tribute will be followed by appetizers.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in her memory to the Guide Dogs of America, 13479 Glenoaks Blvd, Sylmar, CA 91342.
