Shirley Ann Murphy
July 21, 1947 - January 17, 2016
Obituary
CROSS PLAINS-Shirley Ann Murphy, age 68, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2016 at home. She was born on July 21, 1947, in Lancaster, the daughter of Dorman and Modesta (Adams) Scott. Shirley was an avid gardener and had a wicked arm at horseshoes. The trophies in her curio cabinet are proof. She lived for her granddaughter and family. Christmas was a special time for her and she made sure it was special for any who needed it. Shirley is survived by her mother, Modesta; daughter, Shannon Murphy (Ryan Gillingham); granddaughter, Lydia; sister, Barbara Richter; brother, Robert Scott; and, a niece and many nephews. She was preceded in death by her partner, Bob Yates; and father, Dorman. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2947 Thinnes Court, Cross Plains, at 11 a.m.on Friday, January 22, 2016 with Father Gerard Healy. Burial will be on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at St. Clements Catholic Cemetery in Lancaster. Visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Friday. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Events
Visitation
Fri Jan 22, 2016 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church (Cross Plains) • 2947 Thinnes St., Cross Plains, WI 53528
Mass of Christian Burial
Fri Jan 22, 2016 @ 11:00 AM CDT
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church (Cross Plains) • 2947 Thinnes St., Cross Plains, WI 53528
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Memories
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Jesse Mcdermott
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Shirley, know that you are loved, and will be missed
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Jen
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I have lots of fond memories from my youth of being with Shannon and Shirley. Shirley was a kind soul who will be dearly missed.
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Stacey, Eric, and James Yaeger
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Shannon-Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Though we have lost touch over the years and I only met Shirley a few times, I know she was an amazing person and will be missed. I remember a day in April of 2001 (Hard to believe it was that long ago) when we went to her house to pick up a very special addition to our family, a little white kitten who we named Gizmo. I will always think of your mom when I look at him. Cherish the special memories and know we are thinking of you. Stacey, Eric, and James Yaeger
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Debbie Niesen
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So sad to get this news. Shirley, we had some great times together. From Oscar's to the farm in Lancaster where we went Snipe hunting, to Oklahoma and horse back riding! You were someone that I will never forget! Love, Debbie Herling-Niesen
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Linda Flansburgh
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So sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a fun lady and always managed to beat us in Horse Shoes at Connies! Flansy