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Shirley K. Black

Shirley K. Black, 82, of 51 Harding Avenue, Bradford, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2020 at the Bradford Ecumenical Home. 

Born July 13, 1937 in Emporium, she was a daughter of the late Sylvester M. Bish and Mattie (Timblin) McLeod Bish. She was a 1955 graduate of Bradford Area High School.

On November 12, 1955, in Bradford, she married Verlin L. Black, who survives.

Shirley worked as assistant manager at Northwest Savings Bank, until her retirement.

She was a member of Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, and the Eagles Club Auxiliary Club, and held various offices at both. 

Surviving is her husband Verlin of 64 years, three daughters, Robyn (the late Tim) Phillips, Nanette (Jaye) Coates, and Barbara (Ron) Haas, all of Bradford, one grandson Christopher (Denice Butler) Phillips and two great grandchildren, Kylee and Konnor.

Friends are invited to call on Monday March 9, 2020, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Hollenbeck Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc, 372 East Main Street, at 1:00 pm funeral services will be held with Rev. Jay Tennies, Pastor of Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Memorials if desired may be made to The Sue Ryan Hospice Fund or the Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, 44 Kennedy Street Bradford, PA 16701, or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Verlin, Robyn, Nan, Barbmy thoughts go out to you. Such good memories of growing up with our shared backyard, and my mind can still hear Shirley laughing on the patio. Much love to you all.
— Gretchen Gordon

So sad to hear of Shirley’s passing. A kind wonderful person.
— Lynn Kinney

Robyn and family... I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Miss Shirley to always have a smile and a good sense of humor. Praying for God to comfort you at this difficult time.
— Mari Burns

Robyn and family, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom.
— Marcia Howard Avey

Verlin, so very sorry for your loss. Loved her endless smile. Rest peacefully Shirley.
— Val & Dean Meacham

Vern and family, so very sorry to hear about Shirley. May she be at peace. Sympathy and prayers.
— Kevin & Gail Moyer

We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother.
— Attila and Jackie

Condolences

  • Verlin, Robyn, Nan, Barbmy thoughts go out to you. Such good memories of growing up with our shared backyard, and my mind can still hear Shirley laughing on the patio. Much love to you all.

    — Gretchen Gordon

  • So sad to hear of Shirley’s passing. A kind wonderful person.

    — Lynn Kinney

  • Robyn and family... I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Miss Shirley to always have a smile and a good sense of humor. Praying for God to comfort you at this difficult time.

    — Mari Burns

  • Robyn and family, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom.

    — Marcia Howard Avey

  • Verlin, so very sorry for your loss. Loved her endless smile. Rest peacefully Shirley.

    — Val & Dean Meacham

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