Obituary for Shirley Elaine King (Armstrong)
SHIRLEY ELAINE KING (ARMSTRONG)
January 16, 1929 – February 15, 2022
Shirley King, beloved wife of Don King passed away peacefully on Feb. 15, 2022. Loved and missed by husband Don, sister Cathy, sons Glen & Randy, daughter Cathy (Richard), grandkids, Ben (Laura), Lauren (Soleil), Chelsea (Vinay), Ryan, Nick (Anji), Hayley (Joe) & Brandon, great-grandkids, Raphaël, & Maxence. Predeceased by parents Grace & Addison, brother-in-law Bruce, & daughters-in-law Pierrette & Trish.
Shirl met Don at a YMCA dance & they have been inseparable ever since. Don and Shirl celebrated an amazing 70 years of marriage on November 15, 2021.
Shirley was a wonderful mom, devoted to her family, with lots of hugs to go around. An excellent baker making her famous “dream cake”, & special sea foam frosting cakes. Shirley was the centre of all the action when hosting family gatherings & card nights with friends.
Shirley worked as secretary at Sherwood School & retired with 25 years of service. “Mrs. King” was loved by students & teachers alike, helping with reading, plays, bbq’s, & concerts.
In retirement, Don and Shirl travelled to England, Hawaii, the Maritimes, & Vancouver Island. They enjoyed many a weekend in their trailer at Spruce Sands. Shirley volunteered at Good Neighbours Active Living Senior Centre (GNALC) & was a huge support of Don’s many Board activities. For the past 7 years, they have enjoyed living at Concordia Village.
Cremation has taken place & there will be a celebration in late spring. Donations in Shirley’s memory may be made to GNALC, Heart & Stroke, Alzheimers, or a charity of choice.
January 16, 1929 – February 15, 2022
Shirley King, beloved wife of Don King passed away peacefully on Feb. 15, 2022. Loved and missed by husband Don, sister Cathy, sons Glen & Randy, daughter Cathy (Richard), grandkids, Ben (Laura), Lauren (Soleil), Chelsea (Vinay), Ryan, Nick (Anji), Hayley (Joe) & Brandon, great-grandkids, Raphaël, & Maxence. Predeceased by parents Grace & Addison, brother-in-law Bruce, & daughters-in-law Pierrette & Trish.
Shirl met Don at a YMCA dance & they have been inseparable ever since. Don and Shirl celebrated an amazing 70 years of marriage on November 15, 2021.
Shirley was a wonderful mom, devoted to her family, with lots of hugs to go around. An excellent baker making her famous “dream cake”, & special sea foam frosting cakes. Shirley was the centre of all the action when hosting family gatherings & card nights with friends.
Shirley worked as secretary at Sherwood School & retired with 25 years of service. “Mrs. King” was loved by students & teachers alike, helping with reading, plays, bbq’s, & concerts.
In retirement, Don and Shirl travelled to England, Hawaii, the Maritimes, & Vancouver Island. They enjoyed many a weekend in their trailer at Spruce Sands. Shirley volunteered at Good Neighbours Active Living Senior Centre (GNALC) & was a huge support of Don’s many Board activities. For the past 7 years, they have enjoyed living at Concordia Village.
Cremation has taken place & there will be a celebration in late spring. Donations in Shirley’s memory may be made to GNALC, Heart & Stroke, Alzheimers, or a charity of choice.