1948
2013
ARANY – Shirley Ann
May 18, 1948 – March 2, 2013
Shirley Arany passed away shortly after midnight at Agape Hospice in Calgary, AB on Saturday, March 2, 2013 after a short battle with liver cancer. Shirley was the fourth daughter of eight children born to Cora and Ernst Hemm in Middle Lake, SK. She met and was married to her husband of 49 years, Steve on February 10, 1964. They then moved to his family farm near St. Brieux, SK and started their family. They became Alberta bound in the summer of 1972 with a move to Calgary. Shirley began her 37 year career with Canada Post in 1975. Never a person to rest, Shirley also began preparing taxes with H&R Block in 1989 continuing until December, 2012. She officially retired from Canada Post in January, 2012. Her one get-away was spending time at their trailer at Carefree Resort in the summers. Shirley found much happiness in her work both at the post office and H&R Block and took great joy in the loyalty of customers and co-workers. Shirley is survived by her husband Steve; three daughters Donna, Cheryl, Amanda and grandson Miika. We wish to celebrate her life at a Memorial Service held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 – 4 Street N.W., Calgary (across from Queen's Park Cemetery) on Friday, March 8 at 3:00 p.m. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to Agape Hospice,1302, 8 Avenue N.W., Calgary AB, T2N 1B8 in memory of Shirley Arany. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.fostersgardenchapel.ca.
Please visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPZzqpCGAvA to view a video tribute for Shirley Ann Arany.
FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL
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Telephone: 403-297-0888
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56 Entries
February 25, 2019
Friend
Cecilia Petersen
I think about Shirley a lot and miss her and still find it hard to believe that she is no longer with us. You are missed Shirley and especially at tax season. To the family, you had a one of a kind genuine jewel and at this time, I again send my thoughts and prayers with all of you. Im sure you miss her every day that goes by and shes not in your presence! RIP Shirley. Your friend Cecilia
April 22, 2013
Ann Seymour
I was so sorry to learn of Shirley's passing. I found out when I called the Arany home today to see if Shirley would still have time to do my taxes. My deepest condolences to Steve and family.
April 9, 2013
Chris Maynes
Shirley did our taxes at H & R for many many years and was a gem to deal with.I just called and was told our her passing.
Please accept our condolences.
Kay and Chris Three Hills Ab
March 25, 2013
Jackie Kleiner
Shirley has been doing may taxes for a number of years at H & R Block. I looked forward to seeing her every year as she made the process so easy and painless. Her great attitude and her competence shone through.
Take good care.
March 18, 2013
Jorge Bermudez
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Peace for Shirley in her tomb. We found out those sad news when we were going to do our taxes this year.
March 18, 2013
Dear Steve and family, We only met Shirley last year at H&R Block when she did our taxes but we found her to be so friendly, helpful, and competent. It was a shock to hear she had passed away when I called the office to book this year's taxes. Our hearts go out to your family in this time of grief.
Bill and Norma Webb
Calgary, Alberta
March 13, 2013
McGowans
We knew Shirley through her work for 25 years and enjoyed her sense of humour, positive outlook and conscientious attitude. She was wonderful and we were honoured to have known her. How we all miss her.
March 12, 2013
Shirley Reich(Johnstone)
Dear Steve & family,
My deepest condolences to you & your dear family, your wife Shirley was always so kind. I very much enjoyed working with you & Shirley back in the good old days, I now live in Nova Scotia, myself just retired.
Always with my best memories of both you & having opportunity of your friendship at work!
Sincerely, Shirley Reich ( prior Shirley Johnstone)
March 11, 2013
Kathie Carlson
Dear Steve and Family,
Sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. My sincerest condolences and sympathy. Shirley was a great co-worker at CPC.
March 8, 2013
Kevin Allen
Our deepest condolences from the Allen family. I fondly remember coming to visit as a child and remembering Shirley's smile and laugh.
March 8, 2013
Steve, Donna, Cheryl and Amanda
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Just found out today. Wish I could have been there.
Myra Fraser
March 8, 2013
Dragita, Vanessa, Marcel, Karman Ogorevc
Steve, Donna, Cheryl, Amanda and Miika
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you ( specially you Miika ).
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
March 8, 2013
Marie Browarny
Dear Arany Family,
May the memories of happy times spent to-gether offer you all some comfort at this most difficult time.
This CANDLE will burn bight for SHIRLEY always!
R I P dearest SHIRLEY
March 8, 2013
Ray and Jayne Croy
To the Arany Family,
We always looked forward to seeing Shirley at tax time. She was a wonderful lady, full of life and happy every time we saw her. The world has lost a bright light far too soon.
March 8, 2013
Gail Pierangeli
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today as you celebrate Shirley's life. She was a wonderful aunt to me, full of life and fun. She will be missed very much.
March 8, 2013
Liba
My deepest sympathy to the family. Shirley was a great lady, so sorry she left us so soon.
March 8, 2013
Karman P. Ogorevc
My prayers go out to all the Arany family. I was blessed to have known Shirley and she always met me with a big smile and so many kind words. While I am unable to attend today, she will be in my prayers. May she rest peacefully.
March 8, 2013
Cindy Jones
Cheryl, our family is thinking of you
March 7, 2013
rhonda fielder
Cheryl, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care
March 7, 2013
margaret schneider
will miss you you will always be in my heart you were the best sister to me R.I.P you are now with mom and dad this light will shine for you sis.
March 7, 2013
Judy Unsworth
Donna, I will always remember your Mom's laughter, and incredible talent with just about anything she turned her hand too. Later in life I got to know her as a Canada Post customer when she was really my angel, saving me with her patience and advice, always available to help and share a laugh. I'm so sorry for the loss of your Mom Donna, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family at this time.
March 7, 2013
Sabrina Meldrum
Amanda I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I only met Shirley the one time at your home and spoke with her briefly over the phone a few times. She was a very kind and caring lady from what I knew. I know Shirley will live on through her loving family and never be forgotten. May you and your family have the strength to get through this very hard time and find peace. Beautiful picture by the way.
- Sabrina Meldrum
March 7, 2013
To the Arany Family
I worked with Shirley for two years - what an awesome lady - great sense of humour and always so ready to answer questions or help. She will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with her dear family.
Jill Cruikshank, Calgary
March 7, 2013
Heather DeCoste
Cheryl, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Heather
March 7, 2013
Olivia McCormick
God saw she was getting tired
And a cure was not to be.
So he put his arm around her and whispered, "come with me."
With tear filled eyes we watched
Her suffer and fade away.
Although we loved her deeply,
We could not make her stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hand put to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.
~Author Unknown~
My heart and prayers go out to your family in this difficult time. I loved working with Shirley every day. She was an amazing woman. Rest in Paradise Shirley
March 7, 2013
Bob and Lois Meehan
We send our sympathy and prayers to Donna and her family. May you all have strength and comfort in the love that surrounds you at this difficult time.
March 7, 2013
Ruth & Bill Jones
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 7, 2013
Donna,
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your mama.....our deepest condolences.
Joey and Darren and family
March 7, 2013
Rroger & Anita Ponton
Donna,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Please pass our condolences on to all the family. With our Love. Anita & Roger
March 7, 2013
Susan LeBlanc
Donna, I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I love ya
March 7, 2013
Steve & Family:
In this difficult time of sorrow, may you find strength and courage in the memories that you shared with Shirley. In our heart she will never be forgotten. Shirley was not only a co-worker she was a friend.
Lucy Styner - Calgary
March 7, 2013
To the Arany family: I am so very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing - I am in total disbelief and shock as I thought she would have many years to enjoy the retirement that she had worked so hard for. What a wonderful human being and for myself, I will miss her as I thought she was such a wonderful women - may you rest in peace Shirley and my thoughts & prayers are with Steve, the girls and grandson - you are gone far to soon.....God Bless You All
Cecilia Petersen, Calgary, Alberta
March 6, 2013
Our heartfelt condolence.She will be sadly missed.
VES Employees.Canada post,Calgary.
March 6, 2013
Nancy Dowbeta-Layer
My thoughts and prayers are with the Arany family during this difficult time. Shirley was a wonderful friend and a great co-worker-taken far too soon.
March 6, 2013
Cheryl and Ron Hnatyszyn
Cheryl, we are thinking about you and your family. So very sorry for your loss.
March 6, 2013
Mel Smith
A truly wonderful friend and coworker. Shirley always brought a smile where ever she went. She will be greatly missed,but with us always. My deepest sympathies to the family.
March 6, 2013
Gay Stapleton
With our deepest sympathy to the Arany family, may Shirley rest in peace, and the family stay strong.
Stapleton family
March 6, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
March 6, 2013
Tracey Colson- Jarvis
Condolences to the Arany family. Very sorry to hear of your loss.
My prayers are with you all.
March 6, 2013
Kevin , Michelle , Brekkyn and Kingstyn Wick
Our deepest sympathy to Steve, Cheryl , Donna , Amanda and Mikka ..
Xoxo
March 6, 2013
Jim & Jan Castle
Steve and family:
May you find courage and comfort in some small way with knowing that although Shirley has slipped away,loving thoughts and memories of her will forever stay. Caring about you in your time of loss.
March 6, 2013
To Shirley's family,
I had the privlege of working with Shirley for many years and we had many giggles together. I will miss her dearly.
Mary
March 6, 2013
Cathie Watters
Dear Shirley, You will be missed. Bless you my dear.
March 6, 2013
My deepest condolences to the entire family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Although no words can express my sorrow or take away the pain that you are feeling at this moment, please take comfort in knowing that Shirley will live forever in our hearts and memory.
Alice Elsender - Calgary RVU
March 6, 2013
Shirley Heft
I can't believe this and I am so sorry to hear this happened to Shirley. My prayers are with you Steve and family. I really enjoyed spending time with her whenever we could get together. I will miss her great smile and sence of humor.
March 6, 2013
William Blomfield
On behalf of the Chinook Chapter of the Heritage Club, Canada Post Corporation; we offer our sincerest condolences to Shirley's family, many friends and co-workers.
March 6, 2013
Susan Gusthart
It was a pleasure working with Shirley and she will be missed by all who knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
March 5, 2013
Jodi Macleod
What a beautiful choice for the photo. My heart and happy memory wishes to Cheryl, Donna and family.
March 5, 2013
Sorry for your loss she will be missed. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Sandy Wall (Abbotsford B.C
March 5, 2013
Anthony
You were one great lady to work with, you will be missed by everyone who were fortunate enough to have crossed your path.
March 5, 2013
Thinking about all of you during this difficult time & praying that you'll find peace and comfort in the love that surrounds you.
My deepest sympathy, Sharon Heisner (Honolulu HI)
March 5, 2013
Susan Donner
I am so happy to have known Shirley (squirley was my pet name for her; it always made her giggle) and now so sad to know she was taken too soon. My thoughts are with the family for she will be missed so much. Take care.
March 5, 2013
BREN WOOD
Lost a great Lady Worker an Friend my deepest sympathy to the Arany Family
March 5, 2013
Ann Wilcox
Sorry to hear about shirley. Gone too soon.
March 5, 2013
Karen & Bill McNair
My deepest sympathies to the entire Arany family. May you find strength and peace to deal with the coming days ahead.
March 4, 2013
Lillian Scharkowski
So sorry to hear about Auntie Shirley. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! Hugs to you all!
Lillian Scharkowsk (Papp) and Tim Scharkowski, Marissa and Michael
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