Birth date: Oct 20, 1918 Death date: Oct 30, 2003
SHIRLEY M. GROLEAU, 85, of L’Anse, died Sunday, October 26, 2003 at Bayside Village, L’Anse following a brief illness. The former Shirley Mary King was born on October 20, 1918 to George W. and Josephine (Taylor) King in Iron Riv Read Obituary
Tim was in the hospital at the same time as my mom, and I would see your mom & dad as I'd pass by ... sometimes together, but most of the time alone, taking turns in their silent vigil so one would always be with him.
Tim left them knowing he was so loved.
How much they taught ... in their silence.
How beautiful for you to be still so loved ... in their silence.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you girls and families during this very difficult time in your lives. I enjoyed my bridge visits with your mom and all the little helpful tips she would relay to me during our game gatherings. She was always considerate and kind to me even though I wasn't always the best partner! At our apartment in town we had just poured some cement in the driveway and some dog placed some deep pawprints in the smooth surface before it was completely dry and of course I was complaining about the prints...Your mom just told me that those paw prints give the driveway character! So now when I glance at those paws in the cememt, I always think of your mom and how she gave me the thought to look at the flaw in a different light. We are away in Ohio at the moment but had we been home this week, we would have told you these special little stories to you in person along with a hug to remind you how very special your parents were and now you can feast on the wonderful memories. Love, Sandy and Bill Menge
To Joey, Mary Kay and Peggy,
I was so sorry to hear your Mom has passed away. I always loved the times I spent visiting with your parents and Tim, when I was home visiting my own parents. Your Mom was a great person and will be missed by many people in the community. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families through this difficult time in your lives. Find strength in each other and take care. Love, Cathy Van Erp
I extend my sympathy to all the family members. It must be a very difficult time, losing your mother so soon after losing your father. Perhaps their is some consolation in knowing that they are together again. A donation is being made to the scholarship fund. God Bless you all.
I just saw my DewKiss lip balm in the cupboard. The first time I ever saw that was in the bathroom with the sliding door at the Groleau house along with the Shalimar. In the kitchen there were always those chocolate stars, Brachs I think. Every time I see any one of these items I think of Mrs. Groleau. My dad used to call her "Shirl the Pearl". When you're kids you just think things are cool and take a special liking to certain people but as you grow you fully understand the beauty of those one-of-kind souls. That's how I feel about Shirley. She was the kindest woman I could imagine as a child and the way she moved around her home surroundings was evidence of that. When we'd come over to look after Tim or just to say hi (because we were always looking for an excuse to get into that Groleau house!) Shirley displayed a silent strength that transcended whatever neighborhood happenings might have been going on. I chose her as my confirmation sponsor because she seemed about as holy as one could get and I liked that about her. Also, she was REAL. I have a picture of the two of us at the church somewhere and it is a fond memory for me. Both my Sullivan Grandparents were living then and I found out that Ted was my dad's confirmation sponsor. That's a neighborhood for ya.
I could write volumes and maybe someday I will. Joey, MaryKay and Peggy will always be like and extension of our family and are in my prayers more than ever right now. Your girls are the best.
Sympathy to the Groleau family from Eileen Holmstrom
I was shocked to hear of your Mother's death at this time when you loved ones are still mourning the death of your Father.
I was privilaged, through Peggy, to have met Shirley and Ted. A smile from both and instant friendship will always remain in my memories.
May our Lord be with you all and comfort you all during this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. With Love and Sympathy, Eileen
Hi Peg...
Geez I just saw you at my brother's last weekend! I am so sorry about your Mom. How hard can this be for you and your sisters. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you during this awful time in your life. I remember growing up on Center and all the fun we use to have....and seeing your Mom and Dad driving by and always waving and smiling at me when I was little. (and probably being a brat) Time goes by too fast because it just doesn't seem that long ago. Sometimes life just doesn't seem fair and this is one of those times. Take care of each other.
Love,
Amber
