SHIRLEY ANNE KOOY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 24th, 2017.

She was predeceased by her husband, Peter Kooy and one daughter, Tracey Kooy.

Shirley is survived by two sons, Kevin (Tanya) Kooy & Shannon (Laura) Kooy; one daughter, Karen (Bruce) Armstrong; four grandchildren, Amber Kooy, Jayden Kooy, Kelsey Armstrong & Rhiannon Kooy; two brothers, Richard Service and Daniel (Gloria) Service; and one sister, Patricia Ewing.

Shirley, “Momma Bear” and “GMA” loved to play horseshoes, curling and bowling.  Her love of life and people touched the lives of all those who knew her.  She truly accomplished much in her life including raising four children and always had time for her hobbies and crafts, like building doll houses and creating several paper tole pictures.  She was a compassionate, thoughtful and honorable woman who loved her family and friends.

In memory of Shirley, please make a contribution to a local sporting club or charity.

Shirley will be laid to rest with her husband during a Private Graveside Service.  Family and friends are welcome to the home of Shannon and Laura Kooy on Saturday afternoon (October 28th) anytime after 1:00 P.M.

• Date : 2017-10-24
• Location : Lethbridge, Alberta