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Shirley Mcguinness
August 9, 1953 - October 23, 2013
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Shirley Louise McGuinness passed away peacefully October 23, 2013 after a valiant struggle with cancer. She was accompanied by friends and family at the Chemainus Health Care Centre. She is survived by her partner of more than 40 years Fred, her treasured sons Frederick (Manda) and Todd, brother Murray (Muriel) Davidson, sister Lorraine (Larry) Franz and brother Wesley (Kathy) Davidson.
Born in Swan River, Manitoba and raised in Brandon, Manitoba, she graduated from the University of Manitoba with a Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics and later relocated with her family in 1991 to the Cowichan Valley.
She was an active participant and leader in the Duncan Business Improvement Association. She was an avid lover of art and a great proponent of the Cowichan Valley Arts Council and Printmakers Only Group. Her Station Street Gallery prides itself in supporting local artists.
She thoroughly enjoyed Sunday morning hikes and the friends she made through her hiking club. She was also a supporter of the Cowichan Hospital Foundation Society. She will be sorely missed by her family, friends and supporters and she will forever be in our hearts.
A special thanks to the nursing staff at the Cowichan District Hospital and Chemainus Health Care Centre for their exceptional care. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the BC Cancer Foundation.
A Memorial and Reception will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2013 from 2:00 – 5:00 PM at HW Wallace Bural and Cremation Centre, 5285 Polkey Road, Duncan, BC.
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From: Louis and Judy Adam
Relation: Friend
Dear Fred and Family
Louis and I are so sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. It will leave a great hole in your hearts and family. We are sorry that we can not be with you today to celebrate Shirley’s life as we are in Kamloops. Fred, we will stop to see you when we are back on the Island. Please accept our best wishes to you all. Judy
From: catherine fraser
Relation: art appreciater, friend
Thank you to Shirley for our times in the store framing, assembling frames and conversations. What a fast journey in the past months, I am startled and saddened. Condolences to all her family. You are all in my heart and prayers. Love and blessings, Catherine
From: Joanne Cruise
Relation: good friend and colleague.
I will miss our conversations Shirley, about life and business idea banterings and rantings. We hadn’t yet quite solved the problems of the world.
I am very sad for the family and friends . I am thinking about her as I work in my shop. missing her.
From: Kelly Jamieson
Relation: Friend
I was fortunate to meet Shirley one Sunday morning while hiking with the group. We spoke of Winnipeg as that is where I had lived before relocating here to the Cowichan Valley myself in 2005. Shirley introduced me to Fred of whom I had met previously as I have dealt with Fred with his printing business. Shirley was so kind and would always lend a hand to help if you needed. I will miss her smiling face. My thoughts and prayers are with you Fred and your family.
From: Dyan Freer
Relation: friend and neighb our
Shirley I will miss you – our walks, talks and blackberry picking. You have touched me and many people in the Cowichan Valley and you have been taken much too soon. My heartfelt condolences to Fred, Frederick and Todd and all Shirley’s family. With sympathy from Dyan Freer
From: Denise and Bill Bradshaw
Relation: Friend
Fred, Frederick and Todd, With our deepest sympathy to you all,
such a very special lady you have lost……
From: Pam King
Relation: friend
I first meet Shirley years ago at Aqua Fit in the old pool. After that meeting I started taking our many pictures to be re framed, Shirley always did an excellent job. I will sure miss Shirley.
From: Jean Wallace
Relation: Met Shirley through Harold and Michelle
Fred and the boys, Sorry to hear of Shirley’s sudden passing. Take care and God bless..
From: Carol-Ann Rolls
Relation: business - community
My condolences to Fred. Shirley was a Community Policing and Crime Prevention supporter – through business programs and inkind donations for the Society. I was grateful for her artistic eye and recommendations in framing our prints and pictures. She was a cheerful addition to Station Street and will be missed.
From: W. F. (Bill) McFarlane
Relation: Kellett Copy Centre
Fred:
I was just looking through the latest U of M Alumni magazine when I came upon the notice of Shirley’s passing. I was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. Although I have not seen the two of you for many years I always remember her as a a kind, caring soul. My condolences to both you and your children on your loss. Willie McFarlane
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
November 2, 2013
Beginning at 1:55am
Location:
HW Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre
5285 Polkey Road
Duncan, BC Canada
5285 Polkey Road
Duncan, BC Canada
Memorial Gifts
The family has not designated a preferred charity at this time.
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