Shirley M. Anderson's Obituary
Shirley M. Anderson, 93, of Dallas, TX was born on August 14, 1924 to Max McIntosh and Bernice McIntosh in Mattoon, Illinois and she passed away on February 21, 2018 in Dallas, TX. She married Dana Anderson on December 9, 1951 in Dallas, TX. She is survived by her daughters; Lorrie Anderson of Richardson, TX and Marnie Stranz of Rowlett, TX, sons; Mark Anderson or Rowlett, TX and Craig Anderson of Dallas, TX; her brother, Frank McIntosh of Greenport, NY, and 7 grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Dana Anderson.Dearest, Mom. What a model of sacrifice and love you were to your children Mark, Craig, Marnie, Lorrie, and to daddy. We always knew if anyone one was needing help with grammar (even at 93 years old!), remembering anyone’s birthday, or offering a word of encouragement you were always there.How grandchildren Scott, Megan, Henry, Ellie, Max and Kyle loved your breakfasts with homemade biscuits, pies, cookies, and special meals. They loved your quick laugh, hugs, and words of affirmation and support.No one loved being a homemaker more than you did, and rarely did you do things for yourself. You always made sure when you shopped to bring the kids a treat, made sure everyone else had the best portion of food, and looked after everyone else’s comfort-including your caregivers. You were a true“mama bear” in every sense of the word as caregivers Missy, Shirley, and Dee called you.Brother, Frank treasured your sense of humor, your laughter, quick intellect, and your loving spirit toward him and all the family.Daughters-in-law Cathy and Jan loved your yummy desserts (especially the chocolate pies!) and your listening ear. Grandson Luke says the words he thinks of that describe grand mom are “endurance and contentment”. Luke is right because we can hear you right now saying “home is best”.Son-in-law, Paul will never forget your delicious cobblers and your unconditional love for the children, dad, and the whole family.Grandson, Henry and wife Allie remember grand mommy as being very gentle – hearted and servant – oriented.We already miss you more than words can say and can’t believe you are gone only four weeks after daddy. It gives us comfort; however, to know you are enjoying restored health and feel joy at being with the Lord Jesus, daddy, Gram, Max, and your beloved Gay-Gay, and Ta-Ta. Love you “a bushel-and-a peck”, mom. We will see you and daddy soon.
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