Shirley Kula
October 04, 1932 - November 06, 2016
Obituary
Kula, Shirley J. of Bay City, Michigan Our beloved mother went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ peacefully, with her family by her side, on Sunday, November 6, 2016 at the Toni & Trish House. She was 84 years old. Shirley J. Bresk was born on October 4, 1932 in Bay City, Michigan to the late Raymond Charles and Eva Helen (Barnier) Bresk. She married Terrence Michael Kula on April 19, 1975 in Bay City, he preceded her in death on November 7, 2004. Shirley was employed as a waitress at Terry and Jerry's "O'Sole Mio" for many years. Her passion and love of flowers lead her to open her own flower shoppe, the Flower Box in Bay City from 1976 to 1997. All those that knew Shirley knew she had a strong faith and loved the Lord. She was a faithful member of Hopevale Church. Shirley was a gifted and talented artist and will forever leave the world a better place simply because of all the beauty she created throughout her life. Left to cherish her memory are two daughters: Deborah Jo Dingman, Darla (Mark) Pawlak, both of Bay City; two granddaughters: Andria (Greg) Kroening of Jacksonville, FL, Wendy Jo Arnold of Brighton, MI; two treasured great-granddaughters: Layla Irene and Grace Marie Arnold; and sister Lois "TeeDee" Daoust of Grand Rapids. Also surviving are many nephews, nieces and cousins who all loved her dearly. Besides her husband Terry, she was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Dennis Neil Dingman; one sister and three brothers: Madeline "Pat" O'Farrell, Virgil C. Maxson, Forrest W. Maxson, Leroy B. Maxson. FUNERAL: A Memorial Service will take place at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at Hopevale Church, 4873 N. Center Rd. Rev. Dan Davis will officiate. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. A private burial has taken place at St. Patrick Cemetery in Bay City, Michigan. MEMORIALS: Those planning an expression of sympathy other than flowers, may consider memorials to the wishes of the family c/o Darla J. Pawlak. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at Hopevale Church or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.
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Tom & Cindy Reinbold
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We were saddened to read of Shirley's passing. I worked with her at the Flower Box back in the nineties, and enjoyed her happiness in the business. May she rest in peace.
Cynthia A. Reinbold
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amanda
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Shirley was a mentor and an amazing friend. There are not words that can truly express all she was to me. She will be greatly missed.
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Lisa O'Farrell
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My Dear Great Aunt Shirley. Like a second mother to me growing up, at the beach in Bay City. Always cooking for us and taking care of us for our working parents. No bake cookies, brownies all the things my parents would not let us have....pistachio pudding with a hidden nut in it to determine who had to do the dishes lol. Such a kind gentle loving women. Singing Jim Croce "You don't mess around with Jim" driving in the car.
A very artistic women. Thank you for being there for my Father for the last several years and my family. So glad we got to talk when I was there last month. You will always have h a very special place in my heart love faith and family.
Now you can be with your lovely husband Teri, also such a loving kind man. So proud to have had you as my Great Aunt Shirley. "Love you more."
you niece
Lisa O'Farrell
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Beverly Oros Antal
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Shirley was a beautiful, sweet and talented woman of God that I've had the pleasure of working with. She showed such beauty in her talents through her paintings and in her floral designing. She loved spending time with her family and has touched those deeply with her love and kindness. My condolences to her family and my prayers are with you. She will surely be missed, but her memories she has made with all of us will we will cherish.
Bev. Oros Antal
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Ronald & Audrey Bellor
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Sorry to hear of Shirley's death. We were classmates and graduated from Saint James School. She was a very nice person. Always enjoyed seeing her at our class reunions. Sorry I cannot be there to pay respects, as my health is not good. Your family is in my prayers. Ronald Bellor, 48 Gohr Lane, Bay City MI 48708
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Barbara Kokaly Socia
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As so many, I am saddened to read of Shirley's passing. She was a talented and loving woman. I will always be grateful for her kindness that she bestowed on me.
Barbara Kokaly Socia