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SHIRLEY JEAN HARRIS
May 12, 1928 ~ May 6, 2011
"She was a constant and dependable source
of love and support that will be greatly missed.
We Love You Grandma!"
Shirley Jean Harris passed away peacefully in Wilcox, AZ on Fri., May 6, 2011. She was born on May 12, 1928 and lived her entire life in the Portland/Vancouver area.
Shirley married her sweetheart, Dale Harris, on May 28, 1946.
She was a dedicated wife and mother; helping to run Dales Garage Door business, and volunteering over the years with organizations like the local handicap bowling leagues. What she enjoyed the most was time spent with her children.
Shirley is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Dale; her daughters, Betty and Sharon; sister, Joann; grandchildren, Michael and Jennifer; great-grandchildren, Sarah, Joshua, Ashley, Anthony, Angela, Zachary, and Katie; great-great-grandchildren, Conlon, Ricky and Hailey; and many many more loving family and friends.
Please sign Shirley's guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
5 Entries
Aunt Shirley was the best aunt anyone could ask for. I will cherish the many memories I have of her, especially during my childhood. She will be greatly missed. Vicki Ebberts, Niece.
May 16, 2011
Shirley will be missed. I have known her and her family for a long time.Kareen jacobson from Vancouver
May 15, 2011
I am so thankful and blessed to have known and been loved by Grandma Shirley. From coming to my games and putting up with me summer after summer, driving Jennifer and I all over. to the present and the shared joys of motherhood and family. That support and love remained a constant. She and Grandpa always made sure I knew they cared and were there should I ever need them.. Thank you Grandma for so many wonderful memories!
Shannon Stewart
May 14, 2011
I knew Shirley as a wonderful, loving grandmother who was so very dedicated to her family.
I pray that all of Grandma Shirley's family and loved ones find comfort within each other at this sorrowful time, as we remember Shirley and all of the wonderful memories and love she has blessed us with and how special her presence has been in all our lives. ~Amen
Grandma Shirley will be greatly missed and always fondly remembered by myself and my children, Zach and Katie.
Memories of Grandma Shirley and Grandpa Dale will always be kept in a special place in our hearts.
Josie Ott
May 13, 2011
I knew her as a good mother to her daughters and a good wife to her husband.
Tom Vitatoe
May 13, 2011
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