COPPING, Shirley Emily
(nee Hunter)
1921-2014
With family by her side, after a very long life and
a very short illness, Shirley passed
on. Born in Silverton BC in 1921,
Shirley was predeceased by all
of her siblings (Helen, Buzz,
Dorothy) and her husband
(Norman). Survived by her
daughter Anne Marie Kirby,
son-in-law Russell, and
her beloved grandchildren,
Emerson and Olivia.
After graduating from Business College in New
Westminster, she went on to work for the BC Forest
Service, BC Electric, and the House of Commons
before a long career with the School District in
Vanderhoof, BC. Shirley also attained the rank
of Flying Officer with the Intelligence arm of the
R.C.A.F., discharging in 1949. Shirley also spent
many years on village council while in Vanderhoof.
Shirley retired to Kelowna in 1990, joined by the
rest of her family in 1995. She was kind, accepting
and brilliantly witty. She enriched the lives of
everyone she ever touched, and will be missed by
all.
Special thanks to the Saints of Cottonwoods
“B” for all their help, patience and love these past
years.
A memorial of Love and Life to be held on Friday
July 25 at 5 PM at Springfield Funeral home, 2020
Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. A private interment
will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers,
memorial donations may be made to the Salvation
Army: 1480 Sutherland Ave, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5Y5.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting
www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.