Shirley A. McGee, 83, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2020, at Susquehanna Valley Nursing & Rehab Center. Shirley was born in Lancaster and lived there throughout her life. She was raised by her Grammy & her sister Hazel. Shirley was the loving wife of Vincent A. McGee for 63 years. They met at the Armstrong floor plant where Shirley was a mail clerk.
Shirley loved gardening, crafting, camping, and was a former Girl Scout leader. A longtime member of St. John’s Episcopal Church, Shirley also volunteered for Meals on Wheels and at Lancaster Regional Medical Center.
In addition to her husband, Shirley is survived by a daughter, Sherry Falk (Jere), a son, Michael McGee (Patricia), three grandchildren, Jeremy, Hilary, Tyler and their spouses, one great-grandchild Emma Claire, and many nephews & nieces. In addition, she is survived by George Neuhauser & Delores Linard, who were like a brother and sister to her, and her sisters-in-law, Lorraine Myers & Rosemary McGee. She was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters.
Shirley will be remembered always for the warmth and generosity she showed to her family, friends and neighbors throughout the years. A beloved friend to many, she will be forever missed.
The family would like to thank Susquehanna Valley Nursing & Rehab. Center & Compassus Hospice for the loving care they provided.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Memory Care unit at Susquehanna Valley Nursing & Rehab. Center. 745 Old Chickies Hill Rd. Columbia PA 17512.
Services to be announced at a later date. Interment in St. John’s Episcopal Memorial Garden.
Karen Branner
We are so sorry for your loss. Shirley was such a ray of light. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy
Karen and Mike Branner
sherry Falk
Karen,
Thank you for your message it is a comfort to hear how Mom was loved and appreciated.
The Family
KAREN BLEACHER TSHUDY
Karen Bleacher Tshudy
We are so sorry for your loss. Shirley was always in the spotlight at the Neuhauser parties. I remember going to her and Vince’s house. She will be missed by the entire Neuhauser familey.
sherry Falk
Karen,
Thank you for the kind message & memories.
Vince & Sherry
Debbie Smithgall
Charlie and I were so sorry to read in the paper that Shirley had passed away, what a great neighbor she was , we would stand at the fence and talk for a long time, she was the mayor for her end of the block and I was the mayor for our end . I miss those days, when everyone knew each other on the block.not like that anymore. Please let us know when her services will be, we would very much like to come. With our Deepest Sympathy, Debbie and Charlie Smithgall
sherry Falk
Charlie & Debbie
Thank you for the memories. I know the best memories of Mom & Dads married life were on Pine St. (Mine too) We will def. let you know when we are able to hold the memorial service.
Thank you Sherry
Tony
Mike
Remembering your mother all the times I would get my Z from the garages behind your parents home . I stop up to see if you were home and your loving mother would always answer the door to talk to me or get you. Been a very long time, very sorry for your loss at this difficult time but I will keep your mom in my prayer.
Tony DeBonis
Aleta Thompson
My deepest sympathy 2 Vince and family. My mother was a resident with Shirley at the nursing home. I so enjoyed talking 2 Vince and meeting the 2 of you. Thoughts and prayers r with u.
sherry Falk
Aleta,
Thank you for your kind words, Continued prayers for your mother and all the residents and staff.
Vince & Sherry
sherry Falk
Aleta,
Thank you for your message. Our prayers continue for your Mother , your family & the staff .
Vince & Sherry
Carlene & Butch
Mike and Pat, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We pray that God comforts you and that the good memories of your Mom get you through this time of sorrow.
Julie Rodriguez
It was always a pleasure seeing Shirley and Vince come through the doors at St. John’ when I was ushering. I remember Shirley would share with us her delicious homemade candy. Such a lovely person.
Vince, my thoughts and prayers are with you. and your famliy. So sorry for your loss.
Julie
sherry Falk
Thank you Julie for your kind words & memories.
The Family
Julie Steffy
Shirley was a dear friend who enriched my life.
I feel grateful to have known her.
Sorry for your loss.
Wendy G. Jarrett
Uncle Vince, Sherry and Mike, sending hugs and prayers of comfort from the Glatfelter family. We shared so many fond memories. You have always and will always be family and an important part of it. Shirley will always be an Aunt to us, and a best of friend to my Mom (oh how they laughed together). We know the journey was long and exhausting and it breaks our hearts. We are thankful for all the time we spent together. I hope you find some peace knowing that she is surely with Mary, causing some kind of ruckus and their laughter is filling a room. Please let us know when services will be held. Much Love, Wendy, Joan, Scott and Bryan
Sherry Falk
Wendy,
Thank you for the wonderful message. We have so many great memories to carry us through. Unfortunately due to covid we are unable to hold a normal service. Mom will be laid to rest at the end of June with only Dad, her children & grandchildren present. We would like to have a celebration of life in the future but none of us know when that would be. Dad has the same phone # they always had if you want to call and leave contact information. Hope you all are doing well.
Theresa Stutzman
I met Shirley about 20 years ago when I joined Friendly Toys and Gifts – she was my manager and was very generous to me and the girls under her – we made our yearly pilgrimage to Albany New York to get the new catalog and see the new line …we also held a yearly bingo for all our customers at her Lancaster church – we had a fun time ! Sorry I’ve been out of touch since our company went out of business years ago
Sherry Falk
Theresa,
I remember your name from Mom thank you for your kind words. She created so many fond memories for all of us.
Shirley’s family
Sherry Falk
Wendy,
Thank you for the wonderful message. We have so many great memories to carry us through. Unfortunately due to covid we are unable to hold a normal service. Mom will be laid to rest at the end of June with only Dad, her children & grandchildren present. We would like to have a celebration of life in the future but none of us know when that would be. Dad has the same phone # they always had if you want to call and leave contact information. Hope you all are doing well.