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VERNA SHELLEY
Date of Passing: Sep 18, 2017
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VERNA SHELLEY 1935 - 2017 Peacefully, with loved ones by her side, Verna passed away on Monday, September 18, 2017, at the age of 82. Verna spent most of her life in the entertainment business, forming Associated Promotional Services and Casino Management with her husband Gene Shelley who predeceased her. She then went on to form Bill's Video with her business partner Bill. She loved to travel all over the world and led a very exciting life, she made an impression on everyone she met. She is survived by two sisters, Myrtle and Elsie, two sisters-in-law Betty and Eva, as well as many nieces and nephews. Verna loved all animals so please, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society. Service will be held on Monday, October 2, 2017, 1:00 p.m. at Neil Bardal Funeral Centre, 3030 Notre Dame Ave., Winnipeg.
Publish Date: Sep 23, 2017
VERNA SHELLEY It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Verna Shelley on Monday, September 18, 2017. A longer obituary notice will follow.
Publish Date: Sep 21, 2017
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 23, 2017
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Verna and Gene were good friends of my parents and when they visited us in Toronto when I was just a wee kid - it was always magic and laughter. Verna looked after us in 1968 when my dad had a bad car accident and mom was busy looking after him. Verna bought me a set of walkie-talkies which at that time was like buying a kid an XBOX today - went out of my mind. Verna was sharp business like and stunning. Mom talked about her trip with her to a mall where she took the wrong turn and ended up going the wrong way on a one way lane - some guy lost it and started honking - Verna got out lifted the hood of her car - smiled at the guy and looked helpless - which of course she never was. What a terrific play! My parents, Edna and Stan are long gone but I've recounted their friendship to many over the years - they had the spirit of life and were true entrepreneurs - magicians both! - Posted by: Murray McCabe (nephew of sorts) on: Nov 24, 2017
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Just seeing her picture brings tears to my eyes, even though she would tell me "what are your crying for"!! I had the pleasure of working with Mrs. Shelley for many years. She was an amazing lady, sharp as a tack!! She was someone I could always confide in and I knew that our conversation would stay with her! She got along with everyone, whether they were 20, 40, 60 or older, it didn't matter. She was the coolest!! I envied her hair LOL!!! Rest in Peace Mrs. Shelley!! You are certainly missed!! - Posted by: Mary Richardson (co-worker) on: Sep 29, 2017