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In memory of
Shirley Jane Gardner (Rosenthal)
1937 - May 8, 2025
1937 - May 8, 2025
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Obituary
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Gardner (Rosenthal), a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Born on February 10, 1937, in Buffalo, New York. Shirley left us on May 8, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona leaving a void that can never be filled.
Shirley's warmth, bubbly personality, adventurous spirit, charisma, and empathy touched all who knew her. She lived her life guided by the lessons she often shared: to …
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I'm so sorry for your family's loss ,my condolences she will be missed I'll keep your family in my prayer's
I'm so sorry for your family's loss ,my condolences she will be missed I'll keep your family in my …
I'm so sorry for your family's loss ,my condolences she will be …
Shirley was so much fun to be with. She was the best sister with a great since of humor and always willing to help whe…
Shirley was so much fun to be with. She was the best sister with a great since of humor and always…
Shirley was so much fun to be with. She was the best sister wit…
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What were Shirley's favorite drinks?
She loved flavored water, coffee, black tea, and White Russians
She loved flavored water, coffee, black tea, and White Russians
She loved flavored water, coffee, black tea, and White Russians
What were Shirley's favorite foods?
Lasagna and spaghetti
Lasagna and spaghetti
Lasagna and spaghetti
Tucson, AZ
Survived by
Bryce Gardner
Son
Sylvia Gardner
Daughter-in-law
Adrianna McWhorter (Gardner)
Granddaughter
Shelby Gardner
Granddaughter
Douglas Gardner
Son
Christopher Gardner
Grandson
Robert Gardner
Son
Chloe Gardner
Granddaughter
Astrid Gardner
Granddaughter
Kelly Hooker (Gardner)
Daughter
Tyler Hooker
Grandson
Logan Hooker
Granddaughter
Kasey Hooker
Granddaughter
Neil Rosenthal
Brother
Linda Rosenthal
Sister-in-law
Sandra Bohne (Rosenthal)
Niece
Brian Rosenthal
Nephew
Cassian McWhorter
Great-Grandson
Seraphina McWhorter
Great-Granddaughter
Predeceased by
Robert (Bob) Gardner
Husband
Robert Rosenthal
Brother
Donald Rosenthal
Brother
James Rosenthal
Brother
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Other key details
Cause of death
Dementia
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Bring Funeral Home
Hospice care provided by
Amedisys Hospice
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Adrianna McWhorter (Gardner) (Shirley's granddaughter),
Shelby Gardner (Shirley's granddaughter) and
Robert Gardner (Shirley's son).
