Estelle Ellen Shire, 90, passed away on Wednesday March 2, 2016. The former Estelle Greenberg was born and raised in Steubenville, Ohio and was an active community leader until she moved to Columbus 17 years ago. A graduate of Ohio State University in education, Estelle taught Spanish, English and Speech. She was a member of Temple Beth El and B’nai B’rith Women; and also served two terms as president of the Woman’s Club of Steubenville. Estelle served on the board of directors and was president of the Eastern Ohio Speech and Hearing Center and also president of the St. John Medical Center (Steubenville) Home Health Care board of directors.
Her husband of 60 years, Herbert Shire, and daughter Miriam Ruth Shire preceded her in death. She is survived by son James (Fern), and granddaughter Lily of Chattanooga, TN, daughter Susan Shire of Columbus, and brother Kenneth Greenberg of Silver Springs, MD.
A funeral service and burial will be held Sunday, March 6 at 11 a.m. at Union Cemetery (Beth El section) in Steubenville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Arrangements handled by Shorac Funeral Home (740/264-0563) of Steubenville.
09/03/2024
Jamie Kaplin
Dearest Susie, in the short time I have known you, I easily shared in the love your mom buzzed around the halls of the Cottage with. She liked to come sit in mom's room and I loved our little dialogue in Spanish. I have been thinking of you a lot in the past weeks, and I will truly miss your sweet little mom. All my love and heart are with you, as you learn to live in a different way. Jamie Kaplin - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/guestbooks/dispatch/estelle-ellen-shire-condolences/177941494?cid=full#sthash.n7SHKeVg.dpuf
09/03/2024
Darlene Fellows Panebianco
Susan and JimmyUsed to baby sit for you in Westwood and Woodland where we lived 2 doors from each other. So sorry to hear of your mother passing. Very nice lady. Hadn't seen her since she and your father came to my parents funeral.
09/03/2024
Marijo Bills Young
Jimmy and Susan,Sorry about the loss of your mom. She was a wonderful woman. Hope all is well with you folks. I'll be saying prayers for your families.Marijo
09/03/2024
Jackie Longo
Dear Jimmy and Susan, I cleaned for your mother and your grandmother, Leah. They were quite great ladies. And I have fond memories. I enjoyed being in their company.God bless you both.
09/03/2024
Marcy Starkey Ryan
Dear Jimmy and Susan, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was my neighbor in Woodland Park and we met up again in Columbus. She was always so kind and gracious. Such wonderful neighbors, your mom and dad. May you find comfort in fond memories.
09/03/2024
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09/03/2024
sandie richey
To Dr. Shire"s family, I was so sorry to read that your mom has passed away, what a beautiful family, he was my dentist from the time I could walk until retired, but most of all he was my very very good friend first, I met your mom through him, and what a wonderful classy woman she was, my prayers and thoughts are with all you right now, heaven has gained another angel to watch over you. Rest in Peace dr. and mrs. shire
09/03/2024
Theresa Czaruk Stotler
Jimmy,THINKING OF YOU AT THIS TIME. MEMEORY ETERNAL.
09/03/2024
Pat Smith
I am very sorry to hear about your mom. You both will be in my thoughts and prayers. Pat
09/03/2024
Jeanette Gryskevich
Dear Susan and James,So sad to read of your mom passing away. I always had wonderful conversations after your dad passed. I had worked for your dad as a hygienist until he sold the practice. I always kept in contact with your mom. She was such a kind and caring woman whom I admired. Even though we have never met, know that I always had the utmost respect for both of your parents.
09/03/2024
Lynn Stoycheff President Kiwanis Club of Powell
Prayers to your family for the loss of Estelle. She was a gracious and interesting member of our Kiwanis Club of Powell. We picked her up from her home when she didn't want to drive because she always brought her smile to our meetings! I'm sure your loss is great as she was a very special lady!
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