Shirley Anne Walden (McCreath)


Cemetery:
Lurgan Cemetery
In Memory of
Shirley Anne Walden (McCreath)
July 26th, 1954 - May 22nd, 2021

Place of Death

At her residence

Obituary

Shirley Anne Walden (McCreath), beloved wife of Peter Walden, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Saturday May 22, 2021 at the age of 66. Born in Kincardine on July 26, 1954 to the late Helen (MacDonald) and Bill McCreath. Greatly missed by daughters Lori Walden (Ryan Dimma), Shannon Walden (Padraic O’Malley) and Jenna Walden (Charles Marshall) and grandchildren Case, Ava, Olive and Violet. Lovingly remembered by sister Mary Armstrong (Al Jamieson) and in-laws Mary (Ray) Chowen, Gert (John) Larsen and Brock (MaryRose) Walden. Also survived by Aunts Jean Colling, Sheila MacDonald and Audrey MacDonald and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brother-in-law Lynn Armstrong. Following Shirley’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of her life will be held at the Lurgan Cemetery at a later date.

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Message from Anne MacInnes2021-07-09 17:15:58

Dear Peter and family. Shirley was one of those shining light people, If the world had more folks as sincere and kind as her, it would be a better world! our sympathies to you & your family

Message from Ken and Shirley Underwood2021-06-02 21:56:55

Peter - Our thoughts and prayers are with yoiu and your family at this difficult time.

Message from Don & Marilyn Geddes2021-05-31 21:19:13

Peter and Family, thinking of you & your family.Sending our sincere sympathy on the passing of Shirley. Don and Marilyn 

Message from The Peakers2021-05-31 11:26:22

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our family always loved to see Shirley at her grandchildren's sporting events.  Shirley was always so happy, engaging, and positive. We know she will be greatly missed.  

With love,

The Peakers

Message from Wayne & Kathleen (Colling) Bauer2021-05-30 17:19:14

To Shirley's Family, especially sister Mary Armstrong and Aunt Jean Colling:

We just learned of your loss and are saddened to hear of Shirley's passing.  She was such a sweet, bubbly person, and a pleasure to be around whatever the occasion or encounter. Though we are separated by distance, we send our warmest hugs, thoughts, and prayers to all.

Wayne & Kathy

Message from Dave & Joyce Cuyler2021-05-29 13:22:59

To the Walden and McCreath families,

It is with great sorrow that we recognize the passing of Shirley.

She was always such fun when we saw her and Peter.

Dave and Joyce Cuyler

Message from Jeff Wilken2021-05-29 11:35:58

Peter

   Sorry for your loss, always so nice to see you and Shirley. Glad I had the chance to chat with her in January when I dropped by. 🙂

   Our condolences. 

Jeff and Cathy 

   

Message from Cathy Lane2021-05-28 23:24:02

My sincere sympathy to Peter and family. Shirley had a huge impact on me as a young nurse and we worked together for many years at Pinecrest.  I will remember her as always full of fun and laughter and by how much she loved her family. 

 

Message from Lynn Lowry2021-05-28 15:19:59

Peter & Family

My Condolences to You and The Girls.  i think of you pretty often.  It s been 16 years for me and the memories I have are what eases the bad days .  Call me anytime!    Lynn

Message from Robert and Karen Elliott2021-05-28 11:30:04

We are thinking of the Walden family at this time. So very sorry for your loss. Shirley was a lovely lady and will be missed.

Message from Colleen and Reid Olson2021-05-28 10:35:54

So sorry to hear about the passing of Shirley. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. I will always remember her smile and kindness. Loved visiting your home when we would travel to Ontario.
 

Message from Colleen and Reid Olson2021-05-27 22:34:23

So sorry to hear about the passing of Shirley. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. I will always remember her smile and kindness. Loved visiting your home when we would travel to Ontario.
 

Message from Lynne Jewson2021-05-27 20:09:19

Will always cherish the memories of working at the Ripley Fall Fair with Shirley. She was my" right hand girl " on Monday night set up for Class 7 Arts and Crafts.  I can still hear her infectious laugh echoing in the arena. Peace be with you all.

Lynne 

Message from Don & Ruth Ritchie2021-05-27 18:16:16

Peter & family - There are no words that can express our deep sadness at your loss.  Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.  We pray that you will be surrounded by God's amazing love and the love of your friends and community.  May memories help you heal and bring comfort in the days ahead.  Don & Ruth

Message from Gijs and Annie Geene2021-05-26 19:35:20

Peter and family

so sorry for your loss sending our deepest condolences 

Gijs and Annie Geene

Message from family ter Woerds2021-05-26 18:19:55

We are sorry for your loss. Shirley was such a great person with a warm smile, she will live on in our memoeries forever. Our condolences.

Message from Bob and Maryann Forster2021-05-26 18:02:34

Our very sincere condolences to you, Peter, and to all the family.  We are thinking of you all.

Bob and Maryann

Message from Rhonda Turland 2021-05-26 17:44:20

Shirley worked at Pinecrest when our mother was there in 2005. I remember how kind and compassionate Shirley was with my mom & our family. A special lady & her smile was indeed infectious. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. 

Message from Mary Ferguson2021-05-26 12:52:36

Peter & Family....Thinking of you.  So sorry for your loss.

Message from Ron & Joyce Tout2021-05-26 10:49:13

Peter & Family, Mary & Family, Our Deepest Sympathy to All at this sad and difficult time .   Sincerely Ron & Joyce

Message from Tonty and Adrienne Pollock2021-05-25 22:58:53

Peter and Family we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our most sincere condolences in this dificult time. our thoughts are with you.

Message from Rob and Ann Miller2021-05-25 20:00:45

Peter, Lori, Shannon, Jenna , Mary and families, we are so very sorry to hear of the loss of an amazing wife, Mom, Grandma and friend to many.  She was such a kind and compassionate part of the Christmas Hamper program, and so much fun to work with! Keeping you all close to our hearts.  

Message from Jack and Shirley Hackett2021-05-25 17:52:39

Sending our Sincere Sympathy to the Walden and McCreath Families at this time of great sadness. Remember that your mother will be with you in spirit always Girls.

Shirley and Jack.

 

 

 

 

 

Message from Carol and Grant Collins2021-05-25 15:11:10

Our hearts ache for you all in your loss.  We will remember Shirley's infectious laugh and smile that lit up the room.  She was a beautiful person inside and out and will be greatly missed.

Grant & Carol Collins

Message from Brian and Susan MacDonald2021-05-25 13:28:44

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. We will never forget that contagious laugh which always brought joy to anyone around her.  Treasure the good times. 

Brian and Susan MacDonald

 

Message from Ben and Linda Beishuizen2021-05-25 12:56:47

Peter and Families our sincerest sympathy at this time of Shirley passing!!

Message from Doug and Anne Eadie2021-05-25 11:27:42

Dear Peter, Lori, Shannon, Jenna and families - 

Doug and I extend our sincere condolences on the passing of a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother.When we think of Shirley, we will remember her beautiful smile, her keen sense of humour, and her hearty laugh as well as her kind nature. We have all been blessed to know Shirley. Our condolences also to the extended Walden, McCreath and MacDonald families.

Doug & Anne 

Message from Marianne and Larry Irwin2021-05-25 10:45:02

Peter and Family, Mary and Family: Our sincere condolences on your families loss. Words cannot describe the pain that happens with a loss like this. Please know that we are thinking of you all in this trying time. 

Message from Valerie Morningstar MacLeod2021-05-25 08:02:11

My sincere condolences to the family.

Message from Jim and Sandra Roche2021-05-24 21:20:36

Hello Peter, Lori, Shannon and Jenna

Our hearts are with you at this time. We were so sorry to hear of Shirley's death. Our prayers are for you at this time as you remember all she has meant to everyone she ever knew. Much love and regards,

Sandra and JIm

Message from Bob and Shirley Harris2021-05-24 21:18:22

Our deepest condolences to you Peter and your family. We are all remembering her bright smile and laugh. She was a real treasure to people at Lucknow home but so glad she got to enjoy at least a few years of retirement

Message from Joan and John pollard2021-05-24 20:45:00

Peter, family and Mary and family ,,our deepest sympathy to you all, so sad to hear this terrible news of Shirley's  passing,,,she will leave a very big void in your lives but her wonderful memories and love she leaves with you,,,our sincere thoughts and prayers 

Message from Doug & Noreen Messenger2021-05-24 15:12:04

To Peter, Lori, Shannon, Jenna and families, know that we are thinking of you. Shirley was a good friend and neighbour. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.

Message from Mark and Debbie Ireland2021-05-24 14:30:57

We were so sorry Peter, Lori, Shannon and Jenna to learn of Shirley's passing!  We will remember her for her wonderful smile and her infectious laugh!  She will be in our hearts forever!

Hugs to all of you

Message from Eric & Kim Vander Glas2021-05-24 14:04:32

Peter, Lori, Shannon & Jenna,

We are so sorry to hear about Shirley.  Our sincerest sympathies.  I will always remember what a special person Shirley was to me while being on the farm and when we would connect at the fall fair.

Message from Wayne and Joan Hartwick2021-05-24 13:23:57

Our deepest sympathy to Shirley's family and Mary's family also.  Treasure the many happy memories you have shared through the years, hold them close to your hearts always.  She is at peace, no more pain and suffering for her.  Sincerely, Wayne and Joan Hartwick

Message from Al and Fran Edwards2021-05-24 13:21:45

Peter and family,

We are so very sorry to learn of Shirley's passing.  Our sympathies to all of you at this sad time.

Message from Ian Mackenzie2021-05-24 13:03:06

Peter and Family

So sad to hear of Shirley's passing. She was such a genuine good person, sweet smile with a heart of gold. Peter it was good to see you and Shirley at Yorkdale when you payed me a surprise visit. It was so good to see you and Shirley again .

I'll always remember that. Shirley will be geatly missed by all that knew her.Thinking of you and the girls. 

God bless. My sympathies. 

 

Message from david todd2021-05-24 12:00:50

Peter Lori Shannon Jenna and family My deepest condolences Shirley was a wonderful lady.

Message from Al and Fran Edwards2021-05-24 11:31:31

Peter and family,

We are so very sorry to learn of Shirley's passing.  Our sympathies to all of you at this sad time.

Message from Margaret Thompson2021-05-24 10:21:23

To Peter and family, and Mary and family:  My heartfelt condolences to all of you at this difficult time.  Shirley was a wonderful nurse and a very fun person to be around.  Her smile and hearty laugh will never be forgotten.  She was loved by all at Pinecrest, and was so wonderful to my Dad, and he always praised her.  She will be truly missed by all.  Thinking of you all; remember the good times. Sincerely Marg,T., and family.

 

Message from Elliott&Ellen Lowry2021-05-24 09:33:30

Our hearts go out to your family. We will miss Shirley for so many reasons but especially for that big beautiful smile.

Message from Debbie Isaacs - Winnipeg2021-05-24 09:21:52

Dear Peter and Family,

My heartfelt condolences to each of you on the loss of Shirley.  Sending prayers of strength and peace to the entire family during this most difficult time.  She is Home and at peace and will forever have her arms wrapped around you. 

Debbie 

Message from Lynne Mann2021-05-24 08:03:42

I worked with Shirley at Pinecrest and when I started she was so welcoming and friendly. She was a kind and caring nurse with the residents. And her sense of humour and wonderful laugh was contagious. 

My sympathy to the entire Walden family as you mourn the loss of such a special and unforgettable woman. 

Sincerely,

Lynne Mann

Message from Christie Messenger MacGregor2021-05-24 07:28:33

Dear Peter and Family:  Our heartfel condolences to you and the entire family. Shirley will be remembered by so many, including our family for so many reasons.  I will always remember her infectious laugh and beautiful smile.  Our prayers are with you all.  
Christie, and Scott 

Message from Susan and Jamie Murr2021-05-23 22:58:47

Thinking of you at this difficult time

🤍 Deepest sympathies to Peter and family. 

Message from Lorene Casemore2021-05-23 22:30:01

Peter, Lori, Shannon, and Jenna please accept my deepest sympathies. I worked with Shirley at Pinecrest, and toogether we started the candy striper program, which I'm sure you girls will remember, Shirley was a caring, dedicated nurse who was a joy to work with. She will be missed by all who knew her.  Hold tight to the memories and each other.

Message from Terry& Marilyn Kummer2021-05-23 20:46:06

Peter and family, our deepest sympathy to all. I will never forget Shirley's beautiful smile.

Message from Michael and Sonya Hodgins2021-05-23 20:14:31

Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. 

Message from Blair & Cathy Armstrong2021-05-23 20:10:51

Mary

So sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.

Message from Mike and Laurie Gallant2021-05-23 19:52:38

Peter and family

We want to convey our deepest condolences on the loss of Shirley.

Message from Snobelen2021-05-23 19:36:37

Peter, Lori, Shannon, Jenna and  family, we are so very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing, she was a wonderful person, all smiles and energy, thinking of you all at this difficult time. 

Sincerely, 

Cole, Eve, Carter & Amy Snobelen

Message from Dale and Helen Orr 2021-05-23 19:34:51

To all of Shirley's family our condolences. May your wonderful memories give you comfort in the coming days. She is at peace.

Message from Gayle (Mac Kenzie) and Peter Bursey2021-05-23 19:27:19

Peter and Walden family

We were very sorry to hear of your loss and send our sincere condolences. I remember meeting Shirley when she would visit our house with you when you were teenagers.  There was always alot of laughter and she was very kind to me as a young person.  Know you are in our prayers at this challenging time. 

Take Care - Peter and Gayle

Message from Beverley Smith2021-05-23 19:20:40

Dear Peter and Family,

So sorry to hear about Shirley, taken way too soon. I remember her as being one of the good people of the earth. Hugs. 

Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Shirley.. She will be greatly missed.

Message from Brian and Wendy Pollock2021-05-23 18:58:12

To Peter and Family and Mary and Family. Please except our sincere condolences on the loss of your very precious loved one.  We are holding you close in our hearts and thoughts at this sad time. May your many wonderful memories help keep her with you for always.   Brian and Wendy Pollock.

Message from Hope & Dale MacCrostie2021-05-23 18:43:17

Our sincere condolences to all of Shirleys family. She was such a caring and cheerful person and brought much comfort and delight to her patients and coworkers. May your memories and good times sustain you in your and our loss.

Hope & Dale MacCrostie

 

Message from Gail and Brian Johnson2021-05-23 18:37:04

We send our deepest condolences to Peter, Lori, Shannon, Jenna and families as well as both Shirley and Peter's siblings and families at this sad time. Shirley was full of fun and had the best smile and laugh. She will be truly missed by everyone. May cherished memories bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Godspeed, Shirley.

Message from Jamie MacKinnon2021-05-23 18:32:07

Peter and family,

Very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. Always had a wonderful smile and a welcoming way with her.   Sending you strength to get through the next few days, weeks and months.  Memories and photos will keep Shirley's spirit with you all for eternity.

Our sincere condolences to you all.

Jamie MacKinnon and family

Message from Jean Johnson2021-05-23 15:33:26

My sympathy to Peter and family. Shirley will be remembered by many for her friendly manner  and her great smile.

Message from Jack & Linda Campbell2021-05-23 14:40:47

Peter & Family; We want to express out sympathy,as it is hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing that you were a very Special Part of Shirley`s life.

Message from Joan Petersen (nee Courtney)2021-05-23 12:57:48

Peter and family,

I am so so sorry for your loss! Sending all the hugs 🤗 you all need.. my fondest memories of Shirley was our dayscat teenagers when we worked at Bruce Beach . Shirley was dating Peter then and we had lots of fun crazy nights.

Shirley always had that twinkle in her eyes and such a great laugh.

Heaven got a special angel!! Wish it just wasn’t so soon.

You are in my thoughts!

Joan

Message from Rick & Debbie McGillivray2021-05-23 12:44:19

Peter, Lori, Shannon, Jenna and families, Rick and I are so sorry of Shirley's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.  Shirley will be greatly missed by all who knew her.  Rick and Debbie

Message from Mike and Angela Wilken2021-05-23 12:07:03

Peter, Lori, Shannon, Jenna and families,

Our condolences on the loss of such a wonderful person.  She will never be forgotten and always cherished. 

Sending our love and prayers.  

Mike and Angie 

Message from Nancy and Ken Thomson2021-05-23 12:06:33

Peter and family,  please accept our sincere sympathy at this very sad time for all.  Shirley was a beautiful person and will be missed by many.  Hugs to all !