Shirley Murray

MURRAY, Shirley Louise - Age 90, of Vernon, formerly of Swartz Creek, passed away, May 10, 2023. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church 4413 Morrish Rd., Swartz Creek. Fr. Louis Ekka, Celebrant. Visitation 4:00 PM-8:00 PM Monday, May 15, 2023 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. Rosary service 7:00 PM Monday at the Funeral Home. Visitation will continue 10:00 AM until 11:00 Tuesday at Church. Interment New Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Flint, Twp.

Shirley was born January 1, 1933 in St. Johns, the daughter of Carl and Bernice (VanAmburg) Bancroft. Shirley married Paul A. DeLaVergne in Owosso, he preceded her in death on September 1, 1962. After Paul's death Shirley married David L. Murray in Swartz Creek on May 23, 1966. Shirley graduated from Owosso High School. Among Shirley's many interests were Oil, Water-color, and Porcelain painting. She is the author of a book regarding the history of world renowned artist, George Leykauf. Shirley and both her husbands, proudly built homes to raise their nine children. Shirley and David worked diligently, and therefore successfully, building their real estate business. They also enjoyed sunny Punta Gorda, FL in the winters.

Shirley is survived by: her husband, David; children, Renee DeLaVergne, Catherine (Jeff) Broughton, Paula (Bill) Burden, Peter (Marcia) DeLaVergne, Mary (Keith) Dharamraj, Patricia (Terry) Brow, David J. (Leanne) Murray, Joseph (Stacy) Murray, and Amy (Patrick) Reid; 21 grandchildren, and 26 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Shirley was preceded in death by, her parents; her first husband, Paul A. DeLaVergne; three sisters; and three brothers. Online tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com