Shirley Jo Rimkus Falconer
Sept. 7th, 1933 - Jan. 9th, 2011. Outdoorswoman, fabric artist, potter, painter, gardener, adventurer, nurse, bread maker, seamstress, animal saver, innovator, mother, grandmother, and wife of 55 years to David Falconer. You will remain in our hearts always.
Monday, January 17, 2011
April 22nd
I am way late on my condolences - I didn't even realize Shirley had passed away. I am so sorry I lost touch over the last couple of years. It is nice to see the pictures and some of the fabric art including the dancing cows - my personal favorite - that one always made me laugh. Many are missing you Shirley.
Cindy Anderson
March 20th
David, Wendy, and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Shirley was my Campfire leader for years, and the Falconer family provided my introduction to the joys and beauty of the outdoors. I will never forget all the wonderful trips to Lost Lake, Camp Namanu, and Cloud Cap. My family still camps every year at Lost Lake, and I often think of your family when I'm there. I will be thinking of you and Shirley especially this year.
love,
Carol
March 1st
Uncle Dave and family -
I remember Shirley's great smile and laugh. Her coming over to have tea with mom and I would sit and chat with her. I remember her big quilts and her pottery kiln in the back yard.
Shirley was always baking something and it was always really good.
All my love.
Jeff, Cindy, Angela & Michael Cummings
A great women and a big part of our family. She will be missed. – Angela
Jan. 27th:
Dear Dave and Girls,
I was so shocked to learn of Shirleys' death. Our prayers are will you at this difficult time.
I met Shirley in 1951 when we entered our freshman year at University of Portland. She was always so happy and had so much going on in her life. I treasure the memories I have of her. Love and prayers
Jan. 26th:
Dave and Edie Brown, Portland, Oregon
Dear David, Liz, Peg and Pat,
We will miss Shirley greatly. She was so dynamic and creative in everything she did. Her gift with fabric and the beautiful quilts she produced were wonderful. She was so fun to talk to as well and Mom and I had a chance to do that at the last St. Vincent's Hospital Nurses Reunion. We both talked with her and had a lovely time. She will be missed beyond words but her legacy lives on. Love and prayers,
Mary Halvorson RN, Portland, OR
JAN. 20th:
Dear Dave and daughters. So sorry to hear of Shirleys death. She attended our 55th college reunion at St.Vincents nursing school,on July 19th 2010, and we all enjoyed seeing her and visiting with her. This news really comes as a big shock. Our prayers are with you all and God Bless.
- Frank and Joyce Ferrarelli
JAN. 19th:
We will indeed miss Shirley! Sending my condolences to the family.
Knowing her through Columbia Stitchery Guild, she always said hello to me at the meetings and we chatted a bit. Her work was exceptional and always inspiring.
~ Ladella Williams, Portland
JAN 17th:
I will miss Shirley, her great quilts, and her quirky sense of humor.
- Sandy Jandik
Dear David,
We are so sorry to know of your loss. Shirley was a blessing in the life of our church family during the time we shared at St. Hilda's. Know that you and your family are in our hearts and prayers. May she rest in peace, and may light perpetual shine upon her.
~ Kristin White, Chicago, Illinois
JAN. 15th:
Shirley had such a creative spirit. She really inspired me as a member of High Fiber Diet and made me look at fiber art in a new way. I will miss her smiling face.
~
Maarja Paris, Portland, Oregon
Dave and girls,
Shirley was a "treasure." I met her at CSG meetings and at the fabric store in Beaverton. She was a loving and caring person and I share your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you re-live all the wonderful memories with your mom/wife.
Judy Huddleston, Portland, Oregon
JAN. 14tth:
Peg - So sorry for the loss of your mother. We are remembering Shirley and all the Falconer family in our prayers.
~
John, Linda,Michael and Annie Weber,
Portland, Oregon
Shirley was a loving wife and mother, a wonderful friend and an inspirational artist. She will be dearly missed.
~ Melisse Laing, Battle Ground, Washington
Dave and girls:
We'd like to extend our sympathy for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
We remember all the good times we spent at the Lake with your family.
~ Walter and Maxine Loyd, Frank and Dee Loyd, Robert and Jackie Loyd
So sorry for your loss
~ Rich and Nancy Dorr, Lake Oswego, Oregon
JAN. 13th:
David and family –
You are in our prayers and thoughts. We loved Shirley like a sister.
Your brother Max and wife Carole
JAN. 12th:
You are all in my thoughts and in my heart.
~ Althea Hukari, Hood River, Oregon
We love you ,Shirley. It was a great privilege to know and spend time with you. You and David raised four wonderful girls, a terrific accomplishment. You,David,and your family will always be in our hearts.
Love,The Leigh Family
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