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Shirley McDaniel Obituary

Shirley Rae McDaniel , 80, of Cortez, died 8/18/2016 at her residence . Born 9/2/1935.

Arrangements are being made through Ertel Funeral Home. To send condolences or to view the full obituary, log on to www.ertelfuneralhome.com and click on the obituary section.

A service will be held at 3:00 until 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at the Cortez Recreation Center in the Mesa Verde Room.

Published by The Journal on Aug. 23, 2016.
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I am happy I knew Shirley. Such a sweet, gentle soul, very kind and thoughtful. Lance, Sherry, Kent - so sorry for the loss of your mom. Both your parents were very special people. Our thoughts are with you.

Cathy Kennedy

September 11, 2016

We are so sorrowed by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Neil and Terri Jones

September 6, 2016

With love and sympathy To All From John and Nancy Porter

John and Nancy Porter

September 5, 2016

Shirley was a very special person. So blessed to have her as a friend.

Artilena Mooney

August 30, 2016

Thinking of your family. I will always remember Shirley. She was a special person. Jane E

Jane E Duncan

August 29, 2016

You are in our thoughts and prayers. With sympathy,

Don & Mary Sue Akin

August 27, 2016

So sorry for loss . Shirley has always been one of my favorites and I will most definetly miss her but always remember her fondly

Bonnie Ellis

August 27, 2016

You will be missed Shirley.

Jim Davenport

August 27, 2016

Lance, Sherry and Kent, So sorry for your loss. Your mom was a special lady. Prayers!

Cheryl Lindquist

August 25, 2016

Hi Larry, sorry to learn of your sister's passing. My thoughts are with you and your Family.

Darrell G Hamilton

August 25, 2016

Lance, Sheri and Kent, we are so sorry for your loss. We are thankful that we had the opportunity to meet such a neat lady. Our prayers are with you all!

Randy and Lacey Osterloh and kids

August 24, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing away. I have been in Twin Falls Idaho for 4 years now and don't know what goes on in Cortez. If you are ever up this way I would love to have you give me a call. Your mom was a very dear friend while I lived in cortez and will remember her always. My love , thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Herma Watson

August 24, 2016

Shirley was a dear friend from Delta High School class of 1953 and through many reunions, email correspondence and an occasional visit. I will remember her great sense of humor and will miss her very much.

JoAnn Dubuc

August 23, 2016

Sheri and family: Sorry to hear about Shirley. My thoughts are with you. Please remember the 'good times' my family enjoyed with 'Mac and Shirley' and it will help you thru this difficult time. All of your friends also have good memories of the McDaniels family. Sorry I will unable to attend the services but please call me if I can help you.

June Head

August 23, 2016

Sheri and family, So very sorry to hear about Shirley's passing. She was always one of my favorite people. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Don & Liz Tozer

August 23, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Shirley was a great lady. You took good care of her.

Loretta Green

August 23, 2016

Lance, Sheri and Kent...I truly enjoyed the time I got to spend with your mom...she will be missed.

Sylvianne Johnson

August 23, 2016

Thanks for being my friend all those years. Will miss you

JoAn Brown

August 23, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss.your family is in my prayers and thoughts.

Denette Peterman

August 23, 2016

Joe and I are so Sorry for your loss Lance, your family are in our prayers

Sandy orris

August 23, 2016

LANCE, SHERILYN AND FAMILY. SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT SHIRLEY. MAC AND HER WAS WONDERFUL PEOPLE.THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS YOUR WAY. BRUCE,JERRI FRIZZELL AND FAMILY

JERRI

August 22, 2016

Lance, Sherry and Kent. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. She was a good friend and she loved her family dearly. We will all miss her. Jean

Jean DeGraff

August 22, 2016

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