MANNING – Eleanor Jane Loar Shirkey, 72, wife of Norman William “Norm” Shirkey, died Tuesday, June 8, 2010, in Lake Marion Nursing Facility in Summerton.
Born March 24, 1938, in Steubenville, OH, she was the daughter of the late Columbus Bradford and Mildred Jane Brown Loar. She was a member of First Assembly of God.
Surviving in addition to her husband of Manning are a daughter, Drenda Gibson (Del) of Manning; a brother, Robert Loar of Steubenville, OH; two sisters, Ruth Loar Paluch of Steubenville, OH, and Kathie Loar Halsted of Naples, FL; two grandchildren, Janey Ray Gibson and Christine Kay Gibson, both of Manning.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Clark Loar.
A memorial service was held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 10, 2010, at First Assembly of God, 3574 Hwy. 260, Manning, with the Rev. Sam Neal officiating.
Memorials may be made to First Assembly of God, 3574 Hwy.260, Manning, SC 29102.
Stephens Funeral Home & Crematory, 304 N. Church Street, Manning, is in charge of arrangements. (803) 435-2179 To view video tribute: Click Here
CONDOLENCES
Drenda, Del, Janie and Christine, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We are grateful we got to spend time with your mom/grandma a few years ago and have Jake to remind of us that time forever. She is in heaven now surrounded by all the birds in paridise. We love you all and hope to see you soon.
God bless all of you.
Aunt Diane and Uncle Steve
From: Diane and Steve
Our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mrs. Eleanor was as sweet as anyone I knew, she always smiled and gave us a big hug everytime we saw her. She is resting in the arms of Jesus, no more pain and sickness!
Please know we love you and will always be here for you! You will continue to be in our prayers!
From: Joe & Margaret Brewer
Drenda:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. If I can do anything, please give me a call.
Brandi
From: Brandi M Wheeler
Grandma Elanor will be missed deeply. I have wonderful memories of time spend with her in SC growing up. I wish we could be there with you all but know that we are there in thoughts, prayers and love.
Amanda, Keith & Boys.
From: Amanda McRoberts
Drenda, Dell Janey & Christine, we are so sorry to hear of your moms passing. Even though expected it is hard to go through. Wish we could be with you. You are in our prayers. May God continue to grant you peace and confort as you walk through this valley. We love you all. Mom & Dad Gibson
From: Bert & Darlene Gibson
Dear Drenda,
I'm so sorry about your mother. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Let me know if I can do anything for you.You have my deepest Sympathy
Debbie Spigner
From: Debbie Spigner
NORMAN AND FAMILY,
I JUST HAPPENED TO BE IN SANTEE SC VISITING MY SON AND MY HUSBAND DENNIS WAS READING THE PAPER AND SAW THE OBIT ON ELEANOR. WE HAD NO IDEA YOU LIVED IN MANNING. WE ARE SO SORRY ON THE LOSS OF ELEANOR. WE REMEMBER HER AS A VERY HAPPY, FRIENDLY PERSON. I WILL PASS THIS INFO ONTO OUR FAMILY. PLEASE E-MAIL ME AND LET US KNOW ABOUT YOUR FAMILY. WE WOULD LOVE TO GET IN TOUCH. MY SON LIVES IN SANTEE AND WORKS IN BOWMAN.
SENDING LOTS OF LOVE TO YOUR FAMILY.
'COUSIN' DIANE
