The Kirchmayer Family
our deepest condolence to the family and friends she will missed by all who knew her.
Charlene (Kelly) Hosken and Brian H, August 7, 2024
KIRCHMAYER, Shirley
1934 - 2024
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Shirley Kirchmayer peacefully at Teck Pioneer Residence.
Shirley was born June 5, 1934 to Cecil and Elsie Drake. She was very proud of the fact that she was the first baby born in King Kirkland. She spent the early years of her life living in various small mining towns including Duncan BC and Pickle Crow where she had her school work flown in to her.The family eventually settled in King Kirkland and ran a gas station. She graduated from grade 13 at KLCVI and moved to North Bay to complete teacher’s college.
Shirley met her husband Harry in King Kirkland while she was pumping gas. They were married December 3, 1954 and had three children. She loved her three girls and her eventual 8 grand children.
Shirley poured her heart into her family and into teaching. This passion would lead her through a 30- year career with the Kirkland Lake and district School Board. After her retirement, she opened a learning center and continued to tutor children for many years.
Shirley’s faith was very important to her. She was a member of the United Church where she taught Sunday school. Later she joined the Riverside Community Church and continued to be involved in her
church community.
Shirley spent her final years being cared for lovingly by the staff at Teck Pioneer Residence. The family is very grateful for the excellent care she was given during her time there.
She is predeceased by her parents Cecil and Elsie Drake, her brother Cedric and sister-in-law Doreen Drake. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Harry and daughters Trudy (Pat), Leslie (Gavin), Cindy (Greg). She was very proud of her 8 grandchildren, Meagan (Jon), Maureen, Kirk (Maddie), Connor (Keesha), Leah (Josh), Dylan (Jill), Sam, Savanna, and her great-grandchild Jude. She was also loved by her many aunts, uncles and cousins from King Kirkland.
The family would like to invite everyone to the French Family Funeral Home in Kirkland Lake on August 23 rd . Visitation will begin at 10:30 am followed by a service at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, the family
encourages donations to Teck Pioneer Residence’s Toburn Floor and the TPR Busy Bee Spa.
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43 messages received
Leslie and Family
Sending you condolences on the passing of your Mom.
Moms are tough goodbyes
Lots of love and hugs headed
Your way my dear
The Robichaud Family, August 7, 2024
The kirchmayer family
My sincerest condolences on the passing of an amazing lady.
She had a lasting impact on all of us with her genuine love of teaching.
Leslie, Gavin and family
My sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kirchmayer family
Condolences Harry, Leslie and family. Cherish all your memories.
Trudy, Leslie & Cindy and extended family
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Mom. We loved Mrs Kirchmayer as a teacher, and always enjoyed every little chat when we met up before her time spent at TPR. Thinking of you all as you navigate the days ahead.
The Kirchmayer family’s
Growing up in King Kirkland Shirley was an Icon. She will be truly missed. Rest in peace Shirley.
The family
Please accept our sincere and loving condolences on the loss of your mother.
Leslie Gavin and family
So sorry for your loss. My son went to your moms learning centre back in the day and enjoyed his time there . She was a sweet lady !
Kirchmayer family
My deepest condolences for the loss of the wonderful mrs kirchmayer. She will be greatly missed.
Amanda Ennis , August 7, 2024
The Kirchmayer Family and Friends.
So sad to see Shirley had passed away, what a gem she was. Will certainly miss seeing and saying hello to her in Toburn. Leslie you were such a dedicated daughter to her and I'm sure she was so proud of that. So sorry for your loss. RIP Shirl.
Judy (Cale) Gervais, August 7, 2024
Leslie and family
I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing! My deepest condolences to you and your family! Your mom had the sweetest smile and was loved by all at TPR! Your care for her and other residents was above and beyond. Thank you! My thought and prayers are with you!
Kirchmayer Family
Sending my deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time. Shirley will certainly be missed by all she knew
Kirchmayer Family
Sending condolences to all the family. Shirley taught us kids from Dobie, five grades in a one room school. She was the best… so sorry for your loss. We will always remember her with affection.
Harry, Trudy, Leslie, Cindy and families
Sending our condolences to your family and holding special memories of Shirley close to our heart! Still think of her awesome popcorn balls!
The Kirchmayer Family.
So very sorry for your loss, heartfelt condolences to Shirley’S family and friends.
The KIRCHMAYER Family
We are so sorry to hear of you loss of wife, mother (in law), grandmother and friend May the love, kindness and humour she shared with you all and everyone she met surround you at this time. She also made the best fudge!
Frankie and Doug, August 7, 2024
The Kirchmayer family
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. We have many fond memories of Shirley, she will definitely be missed.
Leslie & Family
Leslie: I am so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. Cherish the memories and keep them close.
Kirchmayer Family
My condolences on the loss of a lovely lady !Stan Skalecki
Kirchmayer Clan
Don and I would like to pass on our deepest condolences on the passing of Shirley. Shirley was always sure of herself, confident in her faith and her face would just light up around children. The consummate teacher of all worldly things.
Rest easy Miss Shirley; you have earned your place in the great beyond
Leslie and Family
Leslie, I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Leslie & Family
My sincere condolences for the passing of your mom. I will always remember what a wonderful teacher she was. She encouraged me to try different sports and helped me realize a potential I never knew I had. She was kind and always listened to her students. A very sad loss for all who loved her. You are in my thoughts.
Leslie and family
So sorry to learn of your mom’s passing. We have so many wonderful memories of your mom. We know she will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences.
Leslie and family
So sorry for the loss of your Mom. Hope memories will comfort you in times ahead.
The Kirchmayer family
Our deepest condoléances for your great loss.
It sounds like Mrs. Kirchmayer was a marvellous person and a very valuable asset to the community.
May you find peace in all the good memories that she leaves you with.
Kirchmayer Family
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your Mom. She will be missed.
The Kirchmayer family
The Retired Teachers of Ontario, District 5, would like to send our sincere condolences on the passing of your wife, mother, Shirley. She was an educator that left her mark on the students she taught. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Cindy, Leslie and families
So very sad to hear of your Mom, Shirley's passing. She was a lovely person. I got to know her while teaching for the KLPSB. She worked many years with my father in law, Art McDowell.
Cindy kirchmeyer- Beatch
Dear Cindy,
We are sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.
May God Bless your family with deep consolation.
May she rest in Peace.
We uphold you and Greg and all of her dear ones, in our hearts and prayers ️️️
Kathleen and Chris Hinton, August 10, 2024
Kirchmayer family
Deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom. Hugs and prayers to all of you.
Cindy
We are so sorry Cindy for your loss. Our deepest condolences. We pray that she is in our Lord's Loving arms secure in his love.
sending our love Ken and Mena
Mena Beatch, August 11, 2024
Kirchmayer Families
My sincere condolences in your loss. May Shirley rest in Peace.
The Kirchmayer Family & Extended Families
We are saddened to hear of your Mother’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies. May your happy memories help you through this difficult time.
Sincerely Sonny & Annie Kmyta
Annie Kmyta, August 13, 2024
Family of Shirley Kirchmayer
Sincere condolences on the passing of Shirley. Very dedicated to children’s education and her Family. Miss our chats at the chiropractor’s office.
Harry, Leslie and family
Your mom was a very warm and welcoming lady. I have great memories of your mom. She will be missed by all. RIP
Leslie and Kirchmayer Familyy
So sorry for the sad news about your Mom. We offer our sincere condolences for your loss.
Ernie and Cindy Girbig, August 13, 2024
Harry and Family
I remember blueberry picking with Shirley, and flagging down the train by King Kirkland station in order to make our sales. She and I sang O’ Holy Night at Christmastime in the King Kirkland United Church.
I am very sorry for your loss.
The Kirchmayer Family
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your wife, mum and grandmother- an exceptional and loving human being. May we strive to be like Shirley. Hugs to you all. Mary and Peter Cameron
Harry, Trudy, Leslie, Cindy and Families
Our sincere condolences to everyone, I have very fond memories of Shirley and all of you growing up in King. She was a great teacher and support for us during some tough times. I will always remember grade school, picking up a basket of her hand picked blueberries, and enjoying her home made Halloween treats!
Ken and Carol-Ann McDougall, August 17, 2024
Leslie and Family
Our deepest sympathies to all of you in the loss of your beloved wife, mom and grandmother...may she rest in peace
Alison & Glenn Whyte
The Kirchmayer Family
A note to pass on to the family how sorry we were to hear of the passing of a wife, mother, and grandmother in your family!
Please take good care of Harry!
Kalvin.Pauline and Family.
Kalvin Clim, August 23, 2024
The Shorrock Family
My deepest condolences to Harry and The Shorrock Family. I remember Shirley as a kind and enthusiastic person and I admired her commitment and inspired dedication to helping young people in their quest for learning. The pain of grief is the proof of love and i know you will all miss her.
All the best in the days to come, David Gillett.
David Gillett, August 26, 2024
