1928 - 2025
Shirley Ann Daniel (nee, Miller) passed away peacefully at Wintergreene Estates, Regina, SK, on Friday, January 31, 2025, at the age of 96 years from a stroke.
Born and raised south of Avonlea, SK. Shirley nursed before marrying in 1949, becoming an integral part of the Daniel family farm north of Avonlea, where she was a partner in the farming operations until retirement to Moose Jaw. Shirley was very dedicated to her family and as a lifelong volunteer she served in improving her communities in various capacities. She was an active member of the United Church, Eastern Star, School Board, Avonlea Historical Book and Homecoming Committee and was involved in sport, recreation activities and festivals, serving various capacities. She was instrumental in creating the Miller Family Record Book and Family Cookbook. Preservation of history and genealogy was important as was her passion for enhancing the health sector in attaining a quality of life for everyone from birth to end of life. She received recognition for her exceptional commitment in volunteerism and fundraising for the Moose Jaw hospitals and was honoured as a Life Member of the Auxiliary. Proudly Canadian, Shirley held admiration for her father, brother and all those who served in the military. She cherished all her time with family and friends, whether berry picking, camping, exploring new and old places, attending functions or as an enthusiastic supporter of sport events or just visiting. One of her treasured travels was representing Canada in South Korea and Japan. Shirley's Irish ancestry spirit shone in her work hard ethic, vibrant energy, love of music, and great sense of humour and zest for life attracting friends wherever the journey of life took her. Shirley created a home of love and warmth where everyone was welcomed and always lent an ear and encouragement. Embracing her positive supportive attitude, would lighten up the days for many- right to the end.
Shirley is predeceased by her husband Peter Junior Daniel; parents Jeanetta and Thomas Miller; sisters, Audrey Sovdi (Lloyd), Reta Waugh (Ralph); brothers Rodger Miller, Stanley Miller (Margaret); and son-in-law Ken Harley. Shirley is survived by daughters Judith Harley of Nokomis, Mary Lou Daniel (Bob Wynia) of Sherwood Park, Lana Daniel (Carl Neggers) of Regina; sons Peter Dwain Daniel (Joan) of Candle Lake, David Daniel of Moose Jaw and Glen Daniel of Avonlea. Shirley enjoyed eight grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and many cousins, nephews and nieces of which all were special to her.
Celebration of Shirley's Life will be held at the Community Hall, Avonlea, SK, on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Donations in Shirley’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Hospital Auxiliary or any United Church of your choice. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.speersfuneralchapel.com
