Shirley June Reidenbach, 68, of Wooster received the ultimate Christmas gift by entering into Heaven on Christmas day after a month long battle with Covid-19.
She was born August 29, 1952 in Wooster to Lawrence and Katherine Yoder Reidenbach. She was a graduate of Triway High School.
Shirley was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Massillon and had attended Nick Amster Workshop, for over 40 years, where in her early years she loved painting ceramics. She also enjoyed collecting Tweety Birds, loved all music, especially Christian and Gospel, adult coloring books, sharing her pictures with family and friends, a NACSAR and loyal Dale Earnhardt, Jr. fan and was a staunch O.S.U. and Indians fan.
She is survived by her siblings Neva Retherford, Arlene Himes, Dale (Ruthann) Reidenbach and Karen (David) Sigler all of Wooster, Larry Reidenbach of Brownstown, MI and Bonnie (Roger) Crilow of Millersburg; special friend Jim Jimmers Buchwalter of Orrville; many nieces and nephews; and special friends at Nick Amster.
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; brother in law Robert Retherford and sister in law Leslie Reidenbach.
Private family services will be held. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Gardens. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Contributions may be directed to West View Healthy Living Life Enrichment Fund, 1715 Mechanicsburg Rd., Wooster, Ohio 44691 or to Nick Amster Workshop, 1700-B Old Mansfield Rd., Wooster, OH 44691.
The family would like to extend a sincere thanks to the staff of Wooster Community Hospital for all of their care and to West View Healthy Living for the loving care that they showed to Shirley for the last 6 years.
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (John 3:16)
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
Memorial Contributions
Contributions may be directed to West View Healthy Living Life Enrichment Fund, 1715 Mechanicsburg Rd., Wooster, Ohio 44691 or to Nick Amster Workshop, 1700-B Old Mansfield Rd., Wooster, OH 44691.
Service
Private family services will be held. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Gardens. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Visitation
I so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family. She was a joy to
Take care of.
So very sorry for your loss! Shirley always made me smile and brought joy to each day! Prayers for entire family!!
I’m so sorry to learn about the passing of Shirley. Thinking of you all and lifting you up at this very sad time.
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. Shirley was such a happy person.
Shirley always had a smile and was pleasant.
Love and blessings to all my Cousins,Sharleen
Very sorry to learn of her passing. She always had a smile on her face. Prayers for the entire family.
Sorry for your loss Shirley was one of the sweetest people I ever met. Sending comforting prayers to the family.
We are sorry for your loss. We will be praying for the family. I had the pleasure of working with Shirley at Nick Amster. She always had a smile and a kind word for you. She was often my bright spot for the day.
Shirley was a treasure. She loved everyone and we loved her too. We are so sad to hear of her passing, and our sincerest condolences are sent to her loving family.
She loved the Lord and may it give you comfort knowing that she is with Him now.
Love & prayers to the family. Shirley was very special lady, always happy & smiling. I’m sure today she is smiling down on each of you.
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Thank you for the honor of taking care of you sister, it was a pleasure. Shirley brought much joy to many.
My sympathies to all her family at this sad, yet glorious time. To be chosen on Christmas Day is the greatest honor.
Shirley always had a smile on her face and loved to stop and visit with everyone! She was the best! My deepest sympathies to her family. She was truly a treasure to all who knew her.
My heart goes out to Shirley’s Family who gave her so much love. Shirley was my daily ray of sunshine even on a gloomy day because Shirley had a smile that lit up a room. Shirley was so kind and loving and she will really be missed by everyone’s lives she touch. God is truly blessed to have Shirley as one of his most precious ANGELS who loved to sing in his choir. Sending love and prayers to each and everyone of her family. Sincere Sympathy Marita and Greg Buchanan
So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending prayers to you all.
I always loved talking to Shirley, she brought a smile to my face every time we talked. I will miss her. My deepest sympathies to her family and everyone who loved her
We would like to send loving sympathy and prayers to Neva for the loss of her sister.
Blessed be to Shirley. I won’t ever forget her smiles and strong work ethic at Nick Amster.
Covid is real. Please wear a mask. Lots of love sweet woman. Rest In Peace xo
I was saddened at the news of Shirley’s passing. Like so many others, I remember her friendly smile. I’m praying that the God she trusted will comfort you in your loss.
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Shirly I am sending my sympathy and prayers. I always enjoyed seeing her smiling face. Peace be with your family.
I was so sorry to read of Shirley’s passing. Shirley and my sister, Pam Mullen, were the best of friends from school/workshop. Pam got to really celebrate in Heaven with Shirley this Christmas! I can imagine the smiles on both their faces when Shirley came!! Hugs to the entire family!
Our sympathy for the loss of Shirley. We knew her from Nick Amster Workshop and she rode on the bus with a family member in the past. She always was so friendly and had a smile for everyone. She will be missed.
The Reidenbach Family is in our thoughts and prayers. We have many fond memories of Shirley.
Ruth, Ann and Elaine
The family is in my thought and prayers!
What a GREAT CLIENT I had at the Nick Amster Workshop with Shirley!
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Neva so sorry about Shirley. Neva God Bless you in a hard time
So sorry to hear about Shirley. She was so pleasant and always had a smile. She always made a point to speak to me. She will be missed by many. Remember the good times. Take care of each other. God bless and keep. Praying for peace and comfort for all.
Shirley was truly an angel and a friend to all. I am blessed to have known her and admire the great love she received from her family. May she rest in peace, comfort, & joy!
We our truly sorry to hear of your loss. A giving family has lost their angel. Our thoughts & prayers go out to you. God bless!
I am truely sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. She was a joy to have as a student and was often thought of and wondered how she was doing.
Shirley was so kind and thoughtful. We are so sorry to hear of her passing. Peace and comfort to all the family.
We were sorry to learn of Shirley’s passing. She always radiated kindness and warmth and will be missed. Prayers of comfort for the entire family.
We are so saddened to hear of Shirley’s passing. She was a warm and loving person. Always smiling and
Happy to see you. She will be dearly missed.
We are sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing and so well agree with all of the other condolences, she seemed always smiling and had such a light heart. I’m sure my mom, Joanne Baker will be in touch. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
I am so very sorry to hear about Shirley’s passing.She was a joy to see and work with at Nick Amster.Always came to work with a smile on her face.She will be deeply missed.Prayers and hugs to you all.Love,Stephanie Mike
So sorry to hear about Shirley’s passing. I remember Shirley from way back when we went to Triway together. Shirley always had a smile on her face. RIP Shirley. Prayers for the family.
I went to school with her at Triway High school and was always happy to run into over the last 50 years or so. I am so sorry for the family; offering prayers.