0409 – SPOKANE VALLEY (WA) CONGREGATION : Albrecht, Shirley A – Obituary & Memorial Program (2009)

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Shirley A. Albrecht (date unknown) . SHIRLEY A. ALBRECHT (Age 81) : OBITUARY & MEMORIAL PROGRAM author unknown (2009) file date: 2009-11-07 .

description of work: An obituary statement published online by the Hennessey-Smith Funeral Home of Spokane WA and a program from the November 7, 2009, memorial service. Shirley Ann (Folden) Albrecht, held membership in the Spokane Valley (WA) Congregation of the Community Christ and earlier in the Audubon Terrace Branch. Both Shirley, and her late husband, Bob, were dedicated workers on behalf of the church. tags: Shirley Albrecht, Shirley Ann Folden, Robert S. Albrecht, Bob Albrecht, Sharon Gosselin, Sharon Albrecht, Tod Gosselin, Michael Albrecht, Micki Albrecht, Wanda Clifford, Wanda Albrecht, Tim Clifford, Wayne Folden, Donna Lewis, Spokane Washington, Hennessey-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory, funeral

Shirley A. Albrecht June 20, 1928 - October 14, 2009 .

On October 14, 2009, Shirley lost her battle with cancer and quietly went home to her heavenly Father.  She is survived by her three children (and spouses): Sharon (Tod Gosselin), Michael (Micki), and Wanda (Tim Clifford); along with her sister, Donna Lewis; and brother, Wayne Folden.  Her extended family includes three in-laws, 14 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, plus numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. .

Shirley was born in Missouri Valley, Iowa on June 20, 1928.  She moved to Polson, MT in 1932, where she met and married her husband of 62 years, Robert Albrecht.  They moved to Spokane in 1954 where they lived the rest of their lives.  Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Robert. .

She was a loving wife and mother.  Shirley loved her family and church.  She enjoyed the family gatherings in her home and at the special place on the Pend Oreille River known to the family as “The Property”.  Shirley always opened her home to family and friends needing a place to stay, a meal, or just a warm welcome.  She looked forward to the weekly domino nights shared by friends and family. .

Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service in Shirley’s honor at the Community of Christ Church at 11515 E. Broadway in Spokane Valley on Saturday, November 7, at 1:00 p.m.  A reception will follow.  A private graveside service will be held for family earlier that morning.  The family is requesting that donations be given in Shirley’s name to the Community of Christ Church. .

Please visit Shirley’s memorial and leave a condolence at http://www.hennesseyfuneralhomes.com/obit-service-schedule.jsp?site=0417&id=51346 .

Arrangements entrusted to Hennessey-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory, 2203 N. Division, Spokane, WA  99207. .

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/spokesman/obituary.aspx?n=shirley-albrecht&pid=135263333 . *** .

In Loving Memory Of Shirley A. Albrecht (June 20, 1928 – October 14, 2009) .

Memorial Service: Saturday, November 7, 2009 1:00 p.m. at the Spokane Valley Community of Christ Church .

Officiants: Col. Blake Folden & Hugh Chapman .

Prelude: .

Special Music: “The Lord’s Prayer” .

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Poem: .

Special Music: “In the Garden” .

Eulogy: .

Special Music: “Go Rest High On That Mountain” .

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Musicians: Donna Folden, piano Tim Lewis, guitar .

Soloist: Donna Folden .

Honorary Pallbearers: Michael R. Albrecht Stacey L. Callahan Brent E. Williams Scott A. Williams .

Inurnment: Riverside Memorial Park .

“When I come to the end of the day and the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.  Why cry for a soul set free?  Miss me a little, but not too long and not with your head bowed low.  Remember the love we once shared.  Miss me, but let me go. . For this is a journey we all must take and each must go alone.  It’s all a part of the Maker’s plan, a step on the road to home.  When you are lonely and sick at heart, go to the friends we know and bury your sorrows in doing good deeds.  Miss me, but let me go.” .

Following the Memorial Service, a reception will be held at the church. . .

~ by saintshistorychannel on March 8, 2009.