Shirley Ann Conklin
July 29, 1941 – November 27, 2021
Shirley Ann Conklin (80) passed away peacefully at her Huntingtown, MD home surrounded by family and friends on November 27, 2021.
On July 29, 1941 in Baltimore, MD Shirley was born to Helen Latham, and raised in a loving home by Catherine and Dashield Bowen of Lusby. In her childhood, Shirley attended Solomon’s Elementary School and Calvert County High School.
Shirley is fondly remembered for her love of people and her gift of putting the needs of others before her own. Written sentiments were a hallmark of Shirley’s expressions, and she would spend hours choosing a perfect greeting card. In addition to her interests in crafts, bargain shopping, and caring for her many cats, Shirley was passionate about making a house into a home. The simple joy of bringing home coins collected during her morning walks exemplifies the special way Shirley cherished every day.
Shirley is survived by her companion and love of her life, Donald Bowen; sister Sherry Wood; two daughters, Penny Smith and Terry Hays; three granddaughters, Tessa Hall, Amber Yeager, and Ashley Smith; as well as six great-grandchildren. Her parents and eldest sister, Delmae Roberts, precede Shirley in death. It is with gratitude that the family honors Shirley’s special friend and caregiver, Myrtle Jones, who brought comfort and joy to the Bowen home.
Memorial service information will be announced soon.
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29 Nov 2021
5:49pm
My heart goes out to Donald, Penny, Terry, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren, Shirley was a wonderful friend who never forgot my birthday & sent beautiful cards with notes written or letters. My heart aches for each of you as well as myself. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God encircle you all in His loving arms & give you peace & strength in the days ahead as you learn to live without her. God Bless each of you.
Paulette Iverson
Billings, MT
City
Billings
State
Montana
29 Nov 2021
8:36pm
Words seem so inadequate at a time like this. May you find comfort in knowing your mom is at rest… she has reached the peace she so deserves. Wrapping my arms around you and your family in SYMPATHY and PRAYERS.
Sandy
City
League City
State
TX
30 Nov 2021
8:09am
Penny,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know your Mom meant the world to you. I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers.
City
Houston
State
TX
30 Nov 2021
6:42pm
Shirley was my stepmother from the age of 8 years old. We came to be very close for most of my life. Shirley’s love and kindness in no small part made me who I became. Sadly, when my son passed away in a motorcycle accident and through no fault of hers, I lost touch with Shirley as I grieved. We never reconnected (although she did occasionally reach out to my wife). I was blessed to have Shirley in my life and I regret losing touch with her. My heart and prayers go out to Penny, Terry, Donald, and all those who will miss her loving heart and tenderness as I will.
– Bo
City
Roswell
State
NM
6 Dec 2021
2:52pm
Donald and Shirley’s family – We were saddened to hear of Shirley’s passing as we did not know she had become so ill. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this sad time. I know she got wonderful care through her illness and hope that will help you get through the grief knowing she was well loved and cared for. We did not know her well but we are confident that Donald was the right person for her as she was for him. May the wonderful memories you have of her help you at this time.
City
Prince Frederick
State
MD
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My heart goes out to Donald, Penny, Terry, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren, Shirley was a wonderful friend who never forgot my birthday & sent beautiful cards with notes written or letters. My heart aches for each of you as well as myself. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God encircle you all in His loving arms & give you peace & strength in the days ahead as you learn to live without her. God Bless each of you.
Paulette Iverson
Billings, MT
Words seem so inadequate at a time like this. May you find comfort in knowing your mom is at rest… she has reached the peace she so deserves. Wrapping my arms around you and your family in SYMPATHY and PRAYERS.
Sandy
Penny,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know your Mom meant the world to you. I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers.
Shirley was my stepmother from the age of 8 years old. We came to be very close for most of my life. Shirley’s love and kindness in no small part made me who I became. Sadly, when my son passed away in a motorcycle accident and through no fault of hers, I lost touch with Shirley as I grieved. We never reconnected (although she did occasionally reach out to my wife). I was blessed to have Shirley in my life and I regret losing touch with her. My heart and prayers go out to Penny, Terry, Donald, and all those who will miss her loving heart and tenderness as I will.
– Bo
Donald and Shirley’s family – We were saddened to hear of Shirley’s passing as we did not know she had become so ill. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this sad time. I know she got wonderful care through her illness and hope that will help you get through the grief knowing she was well loved and cared for. We did not know her well but we are confident that Donald was the right person for her as she was for him. May the wonderful memories you have of her help you at this time.