It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Shirley. Shirley passed peacefully on January 18, 2023 with her loving husband Jerry, her devoted daughter Jennifer, and caring grandson Connor at her side. Shirley is predeceased by her son Paul Monforton, parents, William and Theresa Harris and siblings Linda Harris, Ross Harris and Diane Harris.
Shirley is survived by her husband Jerry, daughter, Jennifer (Kevin Spence), grandchildren, Connor and Claire Sharkey, sister Judy Harris (David Nagy) of Kelowna, BC and many nieces and nephews. Shirley and Jerry were sweethearts for 63 years, married 58 years.
Shirley built a successful career working in management, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Psychology and a Certificate of Business Administration from the University of Windsor. Shirley loved and enjoyed her family, home and travelling, especially cruising. She was a Bridge enthusiast, joining a club and playing online and an avid golfer and member of Pointe West Golf Club. She also loved taking her husband and GLK on drives and adventures around Essex and Kent counties.
Shirley’s family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to family and friends for their support and kindness with special gratitude extended to the seventh floor staff at Hotel Dieu hospital for their kind, considerate and compassionate palliative care of Shirley in her last week of life.
Visitation at Families First, 3260 Dougall Ave., South Windsor 519-969-5841 on Friday, January 20, 2023 from 3-5 and 7-9 pm. Visiting continues on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church (9399 N Townline Rd., Amherstburg) from 10am until time of Funeral Mass at 11am. Cremation to follow.
In lieu of flowers and in memory of Shirley, please donate to a charity of your choice as so many need your help.