Obituaries

BLANKE, Shirley Anne (nee Smith)

Born December 19th, 1934 and passed away peacefully in the early morning of August 5th, 2017 at Cottonwoods at the age of 83 years after a lengthy illness.

Shirley is survived by her husband Albert of 62 years, 1 half-brother Alan (Jean) Nottingham, and one half-sister Rona of France, two sons Guy (Linda) and Gary (Heather) of Kelowna; 3 granddaughters, 4 great grandchildren.

She touched the lives of all her family and friends with her love and humour and will be sadly missed.

Shirley was born in Nottingham England and met her husband Albert while he was in the Canadian Air Force on tour through Europe. They were married December 4th 1954 in Nottingham and then resided at several air basses across Europe. Her eldest son was born in France in 1955. Upon returning to Canada in 1957 she gave birth to her second son. She has resided in Kelowna with her family since August of 1964.

Heartfelt gratitude must be extended to the wonderful and caring staff at Cottonwoods who made Shirley's near 2 year stay a pleasant experience. Kind mention should also be made to her attending physician, Dr. Mackle.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
A celebration of life will be scheduled for a later date.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

Condolence Messages

Aug 10, 2017
To The Blanke family----Sorry to hear of your loss, our deepest condolences!

Ron and Terry Hagel
Aug 09, 2017
Al, I am so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a lovely lady. Sincere condolences to you and your family.

Donna McDowell
Aug 08, 2017
Al and family: I share your sorrow in the loss of Shirley and will never forget her laugh, sense of humour, and good times we all shared in our South Kelowna Community and our square dancing years. In sympathy and friendship, Donna Nicholas
Aug 08, 2017
Al and family. Sending our condolences to you and family. Had many happy moments with Shirley. She was a ray of sunshine and will be missed at cottonwoods. Ken and Chris Hehn
Aug 08, 2017
Al and family. Sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. Always loved to chat with her at Cottonwoods. She was very sweet and so funny. May she now rest in peace. Take care of yourself Al and remember to keep your good memories close to your heart. Sincerely Kacy Renneberg
Aug 08, 2017
Al & Family,

So sorry for your loss but thankfully Shirley is now at peace & laughing with the angels.

Your memories will always sustain you.

Nick & Shirley Melnick
Aug 08, 2017
Our heart felt condolences to all of you. The great memories of growing up with

your family don't stop. What a great lady. Rest in peace mom. Elaine and Moe.
Aug 07, 2017
Gary and Guy sorry to hear of your loss, I remember her from when we went to school. Bruce Fisher
Aug 07, 2017
To Al & family, our deepest & sincere condolences to you Al and family and may you have peace of mind that Shirley is at peace. Our prayers are for your strength to carry you on. Remember the good times and there where many.

Willi & Pat Lange
Aug 07, 2017
We are so sorry to learn we have lost another friend. It has been a tough couple of years (and more) for Shirley, Al and her family. Our heartfelt condolences; may she rest in peace now. Hugs, Dorothy and Doug
Aug 07, 2017
Al & family, our sincere condolences go out to you and all the family. We enjoyed the times we spent with her. She was a fine lady. As Ash said she is with the angels now, rest in peace.

Joe and Isabel and family
Aug 07, 2017
Al and family.Our sincere condolences and prayers go out to you all.As sick as she was,she still had some humor right to the very end.Rest In Peace,Shirley.And peace and comfort to the family.

Nick and Arlene Papov