Shirley Marie Rabel

May 11, 2017

RABEL, Shirley

Shirley Marie Rabel passed away peacefully at the Airdrie Bethany Care Center on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at the age of 83 years. Shirley is lovingly remembered by her sons, Dennis, Bryan, Garth, Cameron and their families. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul in February 1999.

A Come and Go Tea to celebrate Shirley’s life will be held at the Woodside Senior’s Club, 411 Woodside Drive NW, Airdrie, AB on Saturday, June 24, 2017 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Shirley’s memory to the Airdrie Bethany, c/o Bethany Care Society, 1001 – 17 Street NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 2E5.

Messages of Condolence

My deepest condolences for your loss. Kelly McCann ATCO

- Kelly McCann

To all the Rabel family.... You know how very special myself and everyone else thought Shirley was! Loved her fun spirit and wonderful smile,and the laughs we had years ago. I will always treasure the time I spent with Shirley at Bethany

- Wendy Contant

We will miss you everyday and will cherish all the memories we have of you. You will be in our hearts forever. ❤

- Marilyn Rabel

Our deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of your wonderful Mother, Shirley. Our thoughts are with you at this time of grieving.

- Ken & Barb Young

Your Mom will be sadly missed. I will always remember the good laughs we had from some of her stories she told

- Barb Garbutt

Dennis, Bryan, Garth, Cam & families: ....I was so saddened to learn of your Moms' passing----I know of some of what you struggled with over the last couple of years and how much you all meant to her! Shirley loved being around people,visiting,chatting, telling stories--just enjoying the company of friends,of which there were many. I reminisce over the many hours spent with her, Paul, Jessie and the rest of the curling gang, back in the eighties(doesn't seem that long ago)! so many laughs,jokes and stories, memorable times! Your Mom will be greatly missed by you all and the many lives that she touched. My sincere condolences to all the Rabel family at this sad time. Hugs to you all! Sincerely Marj

- Marj Stewart

Sending all of the family lots of love, hugs and prayers. Your Mom was a lovely lady and we always enjoyed our visits with her. Keep your memories close to your heart and she will always be with you.

- Dave and Joy Kernaghan

All the memories of the time spent at the curling rink and T&C make me laugh. I'll celebrate and cherish those times we spent working and enjoying Shirley's great sense of humor and great work ethic which she passed on to her children. I guess that is all part of living a good life teaching, having fun, and living the life to it's fullest, passing on these things to her future generations made it all worthwhile. Bless you Shirley, God just got another angel.

- Diane Near

Paul and Shirley Rabel- what a legacy. Your mom was such a wonderful lady. Condolences to all

- Julie Tkachuk

To the entire Rabel family.... Our deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss. Edna Gross and Family

- Edna Gross and Family

Sorry to hear about your Mom,s passing,our sincere condolences. Dick&Dianne Durda

- Dick &Dianne Durda

There’s a special place in all of our hearts for our mothers, just like there’s a special place in every mother’s heart for her children. Continue to carry her memory in that special place in your heart. We are sincerely sorry for you loss.

- Betty & Wayne Clark

Dennis, Bryan, Garth, Cameron and your families...we were very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. We remember her as a lady of wit, humour and delight - the Mom of 4 amazing boys. Thinking of you and sent with love

- Lyle & Grayce Rabel

I was sorry to hear yesterday when I asked Cameron, how is mom was doing she had passed away. He popped in at the landscape place I work at. I remember as a kid, Shirley, and my Aunt Jess Skog and Mum - Maggie, Shirley called her, would sit around the table and gab and giggle for hours. And Paul and my dad, worked together in the fields for Don Beddoes, you could hear Paul singing away across the field. It is funny what memories stick with us, but every time I see a swather without a cab or , I wash a glass I think of Shirley and Paul Rabel. I was elbow deep in the kitchen sink washing dishes at the farm, and she showed me how to clean those glasses. I remember her laugh and what a kind, warm, generous lady she was. So I was sad to hear she had passed on, but I will won't forget her. She will be there every time I wash a glass! My thoughts to the entire family. Jayne Sandilands

- Jayne Sandilands

Our condolences for your loss. She had a wicked sense of fun, and an infectious laugh. Saying goodbye is hard, but we hope that the memories of her spirit and love help to ease your sorrow.

- Liz & Karl Schulze

We hold many great memories of Shirley. Nice that she is re-united with Paul but she will be greatly missed. Not all of us can attend Saturday but we will all be thinking of the Rabel family. Strong family with strong roots. We wish you all well. The MacAuley's

- MacAuley Family

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