BURLESON — Shirley Rhea Bristow, 52, passed away February 22, 2011 in a local hospice.
Condolence Messages
25 Responses
My heart is heavy with the passing of Shirley. The Bristow family has been a part of my life for a lifetime. Lee, I am praying for you in this time and know that God will comfort you and your children. Just know that she is at peace and looking into the face of our Lord and Savior and so many that have gone before. With much love and sympathy. Janet Coppock-Davis
We are very saddened by the death of your loved one.We will keep all of you in our prayers. We are going to miss Shirley’s smile and her thoughtfulness.
You can shed tears that She is gone, or you can smile because she has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that She’ll come back, or you can open your eyes and see all She’s left. Your heart can be empty because you can’t see Her, or you can be full of the love you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember Her and only that She’s gone, or you can cherish Her memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back, or you can do what She’d want you to do. Smile open your eyes, love and go on
My prayer is that you would feel the peace of God that He offers you at this time. Shirley held a special place in my heart, and the saddness I feel is overwhelming. We will greatly miss her.
“When peace like a river attendeth my way, when sorrows like sea billows roll; whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say, “It is well, it is well with my soul!” God bless you. Barbara
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. What a blessing Mrs. Shirley was to all of us. She touch all of our hearts, and was so dearly loved by everyone that knew her. She will be greatly missed. Our hearts and prayers are with your family.
Shirley kept my son at her home before she started working at Sonshine Patch and watched over him while at Sonshine Patch. Both my son and I were truly blessed to have had her in our lives. Shirley was an amazing and beautiful person inside and out. Take comfort in knowing that she is resting in peace in the arms of the Lord.
Laura and Ross, I along with the people of St. Matthew are lifting you in prayer. May you feel the presence of our Lord in your midst. We had recieved a prayer request for your mother and then heard the news of her passing. If there is any way we can serve you please let us know.
Lee, Laura and Jamie and all of your family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We can’t imagine what you are going through. We only know that Shirley was the most wonderful woman, wife, mother, and friend not only to each of you but to our family too. Kristel always considered Shirley as her second mother. I remember the first day I took her to your home to play. Shirley was instantly her best friend. We will definitely miss her, even though we have gone our different ways as we have aged. If there is anything we can do, please just call.
Lee, Jamie, Laura, Jay, Jennifer and family. Words aren’t adequate to express condolences for the pain I know you are going through right now. It has been years since I have seen Shirley, but through the family, I knew she had grown into a beautiful wife, mother, and grandmother. I know from my own loss, there is nothing like having your world torn apart with the loss of your mate and your children’s other parent to cancer. Shirley will forever be in your heart. Keep her memories near and dear. My sincerest sympathy to all of you. God bless you.
I grew up with and played softball with Laura, and Shirley was always so caring. She always seemed to have a smile on her face, and she was always encouraging and supportive. Shirley definitely made a positive impact on my life, and she will forever be remembered and missed.
My heart is so heavy with the passing of my precious little niece. I loved her so much. I loved her Mother dearly and when little Shirley was born we were so excited and loved her so much. Being one year younger then my little girl, Sheri, they played together so much. I was so proud when she married such a wonderful man as Lee and then had 2 beautiful daughters. Shirley is going to be missed so much but just know that the moment she slipped away that God said “come up here my child, we have been waiting for you”. “I go to prepare a place for you, that where I am, there you may be also”. I pray that each of us will accept Jesus as our Saviour so when we die we will all be together up there with our Lord & Saviour.
Her Aunt Tubby
My heart goes out to Mrs. Shirley’s husband and family, my prayers are with you that you may have peace in knowing she is not suffering with the pains of this world any longer. She is watching down upon us all. She has touched many hearts and lives in ways that some may not know. She took very good care of my children and I also had the pleasure of working with her at SonShine Patch. She was a wonderful and beautiful person. I consider myself blessed to have known her and only good memories shall remain with me until I see her again.
Ms. Shirley played a very positive role in the lives of both of our children, Grace (12) and Elizabeth (8), at Sonshine Patch Learning Center when they were toddlers. So much so, they wanted to go see Ms. Shirley on Saturday’s and had a really hard time understanding that she would not be there on the weekend! She will be remembered by us always, as a Christ-like nurturer and servant. Anna and Joe Wooderson
Sitting in the stands watching our kids play softball – that’s how I remember Shirley. Always kind, patient, supportive. She will be missed and remembered with the fondest of memories. She was a sweetheart. Love you all.
Please accept my sincere condolences on the lost of your wife and your childrens mother. I did not have the pleasure of knowing her but I am sure she was a wonderful person. I lost my mother when she was 52 – way too young. But as someone told me – Heaven is so much closer when someone you love is there.
You will all be in my prayers
God Bless you all,
Betty
We are so very sorry for the loss of Shirley we know your family must be heartbroken as we are. We want you to know we have you in our thoughts and prayers. We have so many fond memories and what a wonderful mother, wife, grandmother and friend she was to so many people. She will be so missed.
I remember like it was yesterday all the fun we had in the Retta youth group (how could it be over 35 years ago???)….all the Smith’s, Bristow’s, McConathy’s, Stone’s, Martin’s, Bell’s, Anderson’s..and so many more. Shirley was so much fun and CRAZY!…she always had a smile on her face whether it be from mischief or joy! I will remember that laugh and smile forever, and we were all blessed to have known such a sweet soul!
My love and prayers are with the whole Bristow extended clan. I know God has surrounded you with angels of comfort and peace….that’s just how he rolls.
Jamie, Eric and family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. As you go through this very difficult time. Know that your mother is no longer in pain and in a much better place.I know this will make your heart less heavy. Remember all the times of laughter and love. Keep those memories close.
As our hearts hurt for the loss of a godly woman. We also rejoice in the fact that she walks with our Lord now. No more pain for Shirley, I will always have wonderful loving memories of my dear friend. We became grandma’s within a month of each other. Shirley was one of a kind the last time I saw her at the hospice house she wanted to know how Slim and all the kids were. She was always thinking of others. Shirley will be missed.
Sorry to hear about your loss! We always had an admiration for your family and we loved having you as neighbors for a few years. Lee, I can’t imagine how this is for you, but I know you and your girls know that you and Shirley will meet again someday! We will be praying for you and your family! May God richly bless you and cover you with his love.-Al & Debbie Dissmore
25 Responses
My heart is heavy with the passing of Shirley. The Bristow family has been a part of my life for a lifetime. Lee, I am praying for you in this time and know that God will comfort you and your children. Just know that she is at peace and looking into the face of our Lord and Savior and so many that have gone before. With much love and sympathy. Janet Coppock-Davis
We are very saddened by the death of your loved one.We will keep all of you in our prayers. We are going to miss Shirley’s smile and her thoughtfulness.
We are saddened to hear about the death of your loved one. Our prayers and condolence to all the members of the family.
I am so sorry for your loss, may you and your family find the strength in God’s embrace during this difficult time.
You can shed tears that She is gone, or you can smile because she has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that She’ll come back, or you can open your eyes and see all She’s left. Your heart can be empty because you can’t see Her, or you can be full of the love you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember Her and only that She’s gone, or you can cherish Her memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back, or you can do what She’d want you to do. Smile open your eyes, love and go on
My prayer is that you would feel the peace of God that He offers you at this time. Shirley held a special place in my heart, and the saddness I feel is overwhelming. We will greatly miss her.
“When peace like a river attendeth my way, when sorrows like sea billows roll; whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say, “It is well, it is well with my soul!” God bless you. Barbara
I am so sad to hear this news. I thought a lot of Shirley back in high school. My deepest sympathies. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Very sad…To the entire Bristow family, may God be with you all during this time and for now on.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. What a blessing Mrs. Shirley was to all of us. She touch all of our hearts, and was so dearly loved by everyone that knew her. She will be greatly missed. Our hearts and prayers are with your family.
Shirley kept my son at her home before she started working at Sonshine Patch and watched over him while at Sonshine Patch. Both my son and I were truly blessed to have had her in our lives. Shirley was an amazing and beautiful person inside and out. Take comfort in knowing that she is resting in peace in the arms of the Lord.
Laura and Ross, I along with the people of St. Matthew are lifting you in prayer. May you feel the presence of our Lord in your midst. We had recieved a prayer request for your mother and then heard the news of her passing. If there is any way we can serve you please let us know.
Lee, Laura and Jamie and all of your family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We can’t imagine what you are going through. We only know that Shirley was the most wonderful woman, wife, mother, and friend not only to each of you but to our family too. Kristel always considered Shirley as her second mother. I remember the first day I took her to your home to play. Shirley was instantly her best friend. We will definitely miss her, even though we have gone our different ways as we have aged. If there is anything we can do, please just call.
Lee, Jamie, Laura, Jay, Jennifer and family. Words aren’t adequate to express condolences for the pain I know you are going through right now. It has been years since I have seen Shirley, but through the family, I knew she had grown into a beautiful wife, mother, and grandmother. I know from my own loss, there is nothing like having your world torn apart with the loss of your mate and your children’s other parent to cancer. Shirley will forever be in your heart. Keep her memories near and dear. My sincerest sympathy to all of you. God bless you.
I grew up with and played softball with Laura, and Shirley was always so caring. She always seemed to have a smile on her face, and she was always encouraging and supportive. Shirley definitely made a positive impact on my life, and she will forever be remembered and missed.
My heart is so heavy with the passing of my precious little niece. I loved her so much. I loved her Mother dearly and when little Shirley was born we were so excited and loved her so much. Being one year younger then my little girl, Sheri, they played together so much. I was so proud when she married such a wonderful man as Lee and then had 2 beautiful daughters. Shirley is going to be missed so much but just know that the moment she slipped away that God said “come up here my child, we have been waiting for you”. “I go to prepare a place for you, that where I am, there you may be also”. I pray that each of us will accept Jesus as our Saviour so when we die we will all be together up there with our Lord & Saviour.
Her Aunt Tubby
I am very saddened to hear about Shirley. My thoughts and prayers are with Lee and all the family.
Blessings, my dear friends!
Barry
My heart goes out to Mrs. Shirley’s husband and family, my prayers are with you that you may have peace in knowing she is not suffering with the pains of this world any longer. She is watching down upon us all. She has touched many hearts and lives in ways that some may not know. She took very good care of my children and I also had the pleasure of working with her at SonShine Patch. She was a wonderful and beautiful person. I consider myself blessed to have known her and only good memories shall remain with me until I see her again.
Ms. Shirley played a very positive role in the lives of both of our children, Grace (12) and Elizabeth (8), at Sonshine Patch Learning Center when they were toddlers. So much so, they wanted to go see Ms. Shirley on Saturday’s and had a really hard time understanding that she would not be there on the weekend! She will be remembered by us always, as a Christ-like nurturer and servant. Anna and Joe Wooderson
Sitting in the stands watching our kids play softball – that’s how I remember Shirley. Always kind, patient, supportive. She will be missed and remembered with the fondest of memories. She was a sweetheart. Love you all.
Please accept my sincere condolences on the lost of your wife and your childrens mother. I did not have the pleasure of knowing her but I am sure she was a wonderful person. I lost my mother when she was 52 – way too young. But as someone told me – Heaven is so much closer when someone you love is there.
You will all be in my prayers
God Bless you all,
Betty
We are so very sorry for the loss of Shirley we know your family must be heartbroken as we are. We want you to know we have you in our thoughts and prayers. We have so many fond memories and what a wonderful mother, wife, grandmother and friend she was to so many people. She will be so missed.
God bless all.
Francene and David Shipman
I remember like it was yesterday all the fun we had in the Retta youth group (how could it be over 35 years ago???)….all the Smith’s, Bristow’s, McConathy’s, Stone’s, Martin’s, Bell’s, Anderson’s..and so many more. Shirley was so much fun and CRAZY!…she always had a smile on her face whether it be from mischief or joy! I will remember that laugh and smile forever, and we were all blessed to have known such a sweet soul!
My love and prayers are with the whole Bristow extended clan. I know God has surrounded you with angels of comfort and peace….that’s just how he rolls.
Jamie, Eric and family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. As you go through this very difficult time. Know that your mother is no longer in pain and in a much better place.I know this will make your heart less heavy. Remember all the times of laughter and love. Keep those memories close.
Love,
Tim and Tammy
As our hearts hurt for the loss of a godly woman. We also rejoice in the fact that she walks with our Lord now. No more pain for Shirley, I will always have wonderful loving memories of my dear friend. We became grandma’s within a month of each other. Shirley was one of a kind the last time I saw her at the hospice house she wanted to know how Slim and all the kids were. She was always thinking of others. Shirley will be missed.
Sorry to hear about your loss! We always had an admiration for your family and we loved having you as neighbors for a few years. Lee, I can’t imagine how this is for you, but I know you and your girls know that you and Shirley will meet again someday! We will be praying for you and your family! May God richly bless you and cover you with his love.-Al & Debbie Dissmore