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Shirley M. Retzer

Passed 6/1/2008

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Obituary For Shirley M. Retzer

Shirley Mae Retzer, 79, of Steubenville, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 1, 2008 in Charleston, WV.  She was born on February 10, 1929 in Toronto, Ohio the daughter of the late Mark and Maxine Rolley Anderson.  Preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. Retzer and a daughter, Karen Kay Phillips.She was a graduate of Toronto High School and protestant by faith.  Shirley held membership with the American Legion Post 33 Ladies Auxiliary and the Polish National Alliance Ladies Auxiliary.  She was a long-time employee of Treasure Island of Steubenville, and was a loving mom who always loved to laugh with her five daughters.  She was a faithful wife to “Bob” of 54 years.  She lived well, loved much, and laughed often.She is survived by her daughters, Donna Liverman of Dallas, TX, Darla (David) Burtnett of Dawsonville, GA, Mary “Lou” (Mike) Surgenor of Springfield, OH and Barbara (David) Anderson of Scott Depot, WV with whom she resided; brother, Robert (Janet) Blanton of Toronto, OH; eight grandchildren, Ernie, David Robert, Kaitlyn, Mellissa, Bethany, Jonathan, Jarrod and Ashton; six great grandchildren; son-in –law, John Phillips of Steubenville; and many nephews, nieces and friends.  The family extends a “special thank you” to Patsy Shaffer whom Shirley always thought of her as her “special angel”.Friends may call at the Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m., where funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday with her son-in-law, Pastor Mike Surgenor officiating.  Burial at Union Cemetery.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Janette Bailey

    Dear Mike, Lou, Bethany and Jonathon Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss. We know you there are so many great memories of your mother and grandmother to cherish and reflect upon. I always remember the saying "God gave us memories so we can have roses in December." So true. We love all you and are thinking of you. Love, David, Janette and Georgia Bailey

  • 09/03/2024

    Springfield Surgery Center "friends"

    May your fond memories of your Mother and your faith help you all through this sad time. Sending you and your family our heartfelt love and sympathy. God bless you. Your friends at the Springfield Surgery Center

  • 09/03/2024

    Bob and Alice Shockley, Don and Mid Hudnall

    Dear Barb and family, Sending our deepest sympathy and love. You are in our thoughts and we are praying for you, that God gives you comfort and peace. With love, Don and Mid Hudnall Bob and Alice Shockley

  • 09/03/2024

    Laura (Baker) Guida

    I was saddened to read of Shirley's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. She was a wonderful woman. I'll never forget the very touching note she sent to me after I lost my mom. Your family will be in my prayers.

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