Celebrating the life of
Shirley E. Brodley
June 30, 1929 - August 08, 2012
Shirley E. Brodley
Shirley E. Brodley died Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at Hospice Savannah. She was born in Summit, New Jersey to Harry and Erla Engleman. She was a graduate of Summit High School and Syracuse University with a degree in Fine Arts. After marrying her high school sweetheart, George, she began teaching elementary school in New Jersey, retiring after 30 years of service, and then moved to Savannah with her husband.
Shirley was an active member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension. She was an avid traveler, and a talented artist. Her love of art and music lead her to many years of volunteer work at Memorial Hospital, Hesse School, and Marsh View Senior Living. She will be remembered mainly for being a loving mother, wife, grandmother, and friend.
Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, George, and her brother, Robert. She is survived by her son, Scott, her daughter, Beth, and her granddaughters, Casey, Jessica, and Sarah.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 11, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension, 120 Bull Street, Savannah.
Remembrances may be made to either the Lutheran Church of the Ascension, 120 Bull St., Savannah, GA 31401, or Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
Beth and family, we were sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. She was a wonderful person and a great friend to my parents next door. How lucky we were to have known her and to have shared some good times when we came to Savannah. She will be missed! Craig and Karen
- Craig Carter and Karen O'Connell, Pine, CO
Mrs. Brodley had such a kind and gentle spirit. My prayers are with your family as you grieve.
- Griffin Thomas, Boston, MA
Beth, I am so very sorry to hear of your sweet mother's death. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Nancy Sutton
- Nancy Sutton, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Brodley was a customer of ours for many years. We are so very fortunate for her to have painted one of our beautiful camellias. We will treasure it and her friendship always. She will be greatly missed.
- Debbie Odom - Gene's Nursery, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a remarkable lady who will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. You are in my prayers.
- Yvonne Robinson Tramell, Savannah, GA
Dear Beth, Scott and family, We are very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a remarkable lady who we all called Aunt Shirley. We loved her smile and our many conversations with her. She loved you all so very much and was proud of each and everyone of you! We will carry her memory in our hearts and try to emmulate her values and ideals. May God Bless You in this time of sorrow. Love, Jeff and Barbara Downs
- Jeff and Barbara Downs, Burlington, NC
Beth and family, we were sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. She was a wonderful person and a great friend to my parents next door. How lucky we were to have known her and to have shared some good times when we came to Savannah. She will be missed! Craig and Karen
- Craig Carter and Karen O'Connell, Pine, CO
Mrs. Brodley had such a kind and gentle spirit. My prayers are with your family as you grieve.
- Griffin Thomas, Boston, MA
Beth, I am so very sorry to hear of your sweet mother's death. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Nancy Sutton
- Nancy Sutton, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Brodley was a customer of ours for many years. We are so very fortunate for her to have painted one of our beautiful camellias. We will treasure it and her friendship always. She will be greatly missed.
- Debbie Odom - Gene's Nursery, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a remarkable lady who will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. You are in my prayers.
- Yvonne Robinson Tramell, Savannah, GA
Dear Beth, Scott and family, We are very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a remarkable lady who we all called Aunt Shirley. We loved her smile and our many conversations with her. She loved you all so very much and was proud of each and everyone of you! We will carry her memory in our hearts and try to emmulate her values and ideals. May God Bless You in this time of sorrow. Love, Jeff and Barbara Downs
- Jeff and Barbara Downs, Burlington, NC
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
