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Peacefully on Saturday March 8, 2025, at Bluewater Health in Sarnia, at the age of 92. Shirley was the beloved wife the late Clyde (1993). Loving mother of Christine Martelle, Scott Elliott (Darlene), Tracy Elliott (Jenny) and Marnie MacKenzie (Ken). Cherished grandma of Sabrina, Troy, Jesse, Dylan, Amber, Jessica and Aaron, great grandma of Sheridan, and Damien, and great-great grandma of BrookeLynne and Mason. Shirley is survived by her brother Bill Benson, her sister-in-law Pauline Gardner, and her brother-in-law Gordon Elliott. Predeceased by her mother Gladys Benson and her brother Donald Benson. Shirley lived for her kids and had a heart of gold. She had a sense of humour that will be sorrily missed. The family want to thank the staff on the 4th floor at Bluewater Health for their compassionate care of Shirley. Family and friends will be received at McCormack Funeral Home, 254 George Street (at College Avenue) for visitation on Wednesday March 12 from 5 – 8 pm. A graveside service will be held at Lakeview Cemetery on Thursday March 13 at 11am. Remembrances and condolences may be expressed to the family online in “Shirley’s Guestbook” at mccormackfuneralhomesarnia.com. If desired, donations to the Bluewater Health Foundation, 4th floor staff, would be appreciated.
Shirley was the best mother in the world.
