Shirlee May White
October 22, 1923 - September 2, 2011
Obituary
Shirlee May White
Shirlee was born October 22, 1923 in Denver, CO, and died September 2, 2011 in Burien, WA at the age of 88 years. She was a loving wife, a wonderful mom, grandma, great-grandma, and friend. Shirlee is survived by her husband John White, son Randy Adam, and Lanny Adam, and daughter Tammy Romano; grandchildren Tonie, Joshua, Derek, Scott, Candice, Jessy, Jeffrey, and Summer, 7 great-grandchildren, sister Jane Kunkel of Yakima, WA. Shirlee was preceded in death by her first husband, Andrew Adam, and son Andy Adam. Graveside service Friday, September, 9, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Riverton Crest Cemetery, Tukwila, WA.
I have many fond memories of Aunt Shirley. She was a awesome cook. She made the best lasagna..5 different cheeses! She would come over on a friday afternoon and stay all day..visiting, cooking and making us laugh. John, her husband would work on my car and I would visit with her..eating her good food of course. Even though I have not seen Aunt Shirley and John in years, I would think of them often.
My condolences are with my cousins that lost their Mother, my Mother that lost her Sister and for my Sisters that lost a wonderful Aunt.
Grandma & Grandpa White-
Not to sure if this is going to find me any closure on your passing or not. I’m hoping at least it will bring some comfort and less sleepless nights knowing that you did not suffer and hope that you have found eternal piece.
Grandma, you were the best grandma a girl could ever ask for. I can remember all the way back to the big house when I used to nap in the big squishy bed, and playing store with you. I remember how I would have one drawer just for my things at your house. I remember the great times I would have when I would come to spend the night and watch Kung Fu, Paradise Island, and Little House on the Prairie. You were so loving and kind and touched my heart like no other will ever be able to do. Grandpa has now past as well, only seven days after you.
Grandpa, I will miss the long winded conversations that we used to have. How you would tell me all about the maps and how there are really roads out there that aren’t on the map, and it would frustrate you to no end. I remember the trip to the Museum of Flight and how you explained every exhibit in the whole building.
Your memory will love on in my heart and you will be greatly missed with every breath that I take!!I just want you to know that I love you both so very much and make sure to tell Uncle Andy that I love him and miss him so very much.
Mom i loved you so much You will never be gone to me cause you are always in my heart.Thanks to everybody who has expressed there thoughts. Her husband John passed away yesterday9-11-11 he went in peace.
Aunt Shirlee,
I have such fond memories of you from when I would stay with you in Renton.You were so patient with Tami Lynn and I when we were going through our fun but emotional teenage years! I regret that we haven’t seen each other for many years, I wish we would have stayed in touch. Rest in peace and know that you were loved.
Your niece,
Sandy
You will be missed by all who knew you!
May you rest in peace.
-Susan
It was a pleasure meeting you and enjoying time spent at your home.Thankyou for opening up your home to me and Chelsa and making us a part of your family. I wish I had been over to visit you more often since we left Skyway. You did a great job with your grandchildren and it was apparent the love was shown both ways. Have a peaceful journey. Rozanne
Lanny,
On behalf of the Avery Pipeline Crew, we wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you as you grieve the loss of your mother. May your love & fond memories of her bring you comfort.
You are in our thoughts & prayers!
Sincerely,
Avery Pipeline Services
My Grandma white was the sweetest grandma a grandchild could ask for in life. She left behind a 15 month old Great Grandaughter Mahayla Agnew whom she did not have the opportunity to meet..It’s very emotional for me to take my daughter to her great Grandmas funeral and have this as their first meet…someday when mahayla is old enough to understand things in life, she will know she had a very sweet, loving and caring great grandma who loved her dearly. R.I.P. Grandma, for you will never be forgotten, you will always have a place in my heart! I love you!
From your Grandaughter,
-Candice-
Shirley, I’m sorry I never got the chance to meet you from what I have been told you were a very kind lady and loving lady. You will always be in my family’s thoughts and prayers. I know your in a better place with God now and all the pain and suffering is over with now. I Love You R.I.P. Shirley for you will always be remembered and never forgotten.
With Love, Brandon Agnew
Dear Grandmother,
My only regrets are that I didn’t have a chance to say my proper goodbyes. I truley believe that you are in heavenly, eternal peace and for that I am grateful. You were always such a wonderful, loving, grandmother and nothing could ever take away the precious moments we had in your time. I will forever remember you and long for the day that meet again. I love you grandmother, may you rest in peace.
-Scotty Jay
Happy Birthday Grandma!! I will miss you more than words can ever describe.
This was the first Christmas that I wasn’t able to call and wish you a Merry Christmas. The first year I opened my mail box and seen there was no card from you and grandpa. It was however not the first year you two went with out Christmas Eve dinner. Alena has the biggest heart ever I was not allowed to set the table without setting a place for both of you. Alena made sure that you have everything every one else had even her brownies that she made for dessert. You will forever has a place set at our table. Love you and miss you forever.
Well Grandpa- it is your birthday and I think of you and Grandma very passing day. These last couple of months have been so hard. I still reach for the phone every Monday to make my call to you guys. Your number is still on my phone there is no way that I can bring myself to erase it. I love you both so very much and miss you more than I can even describe.
Another year has passed and it’s your birthday once again, and a it’s a Monday. Again another Monday with no phone call. I still every once in awhile dial your number just hoping that you would answer. We love you Grandma & Grandpa, give Uncle Andy a great big hug & kiss from all of us too.
More holidays have come and gone, again I find my self always thinking of you and grandpa. You are a constant feeling in my heart. I can’t seem to get over the thought of you guys still being gone. If only I had one more day with you. It’s Monday again today and again I don’t get to make a phone call to check in with you guys. I can still hear both of your voices and I hope that that never fades. I love you so very much. Missin’ you Grandma, Grandpa, grandpa Adam and Uncle Andy. Until we meet again
I can’t believe it has been just over 3 years since I have been here. I think about you and grandpa so very much. With this heartbreaking 5 year anniversary fast approaching it has me thinking of you all a lot more. There has been so many times that I have caught myself still reaching for the phone to call you and tell you some exciting or important news, only to sit back and remember that heaven doesn’t have a phone. I know you guys are up there and are looking down on us and know what is going on, but it just isn’t the same. I love you.
Wow! Where do I start? I know you’re up there looking down on all of us. So much has happened in the time that you two have been gone. I still often reach for the phone on Monday’s to make my call to you. I don’t know I fee such comfort reaching out to you here, but I do. There are some big changes happening within the family as I’m sure you know. I love you guys so very much!
It’s been so long since I’ve come here to say something. Just wanting you to know that you and grandpa are never far from thought and always in my heart. Alena got married 🥰 and requested I make your lasagna. Ironically she got married the after your birthday and made the lasagna the day before (your birthday). There were a lot of tears shed. Love you both so very much!
Tomorrow comes the day 13 yrs that you both have been gone. I think of you all so very much. I don’t have a lot to say except I miss hearing your voice. Ironically I used to call every Monday night at 7 o’clock. Tomorrow will be Monday 😢. I hope you’re up there with your arms around my boy. I miss him terribly so and I hope he knows just how much I love him and wish he were still her with us to share in the special moments. 09/01/2024