March 18th, 1929 – January 9th, 2025
Peacefully after a brief illness, Shirley June Fenning, in her 96th year, was called home by her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on January 9th, 2025.
Shirley is survived by her sons, Curt and Craig; sister-in-law Shirley Ann; nieces Tammy, Dawn, and Tara; and nephew Patrick. There are also many “adopted” daughters Mom has collected over the years who are also very special. Shirley was predeceased by her husband Jim (2006), her parents David and Judith, and brothers Charles William (Bill), and Robert (Bob).
Shirley was born March 18th, 1929, in Bengough, SK near the family farm in Viceroy. Her early years were framed by the trials of the Depression and the war years. Mom and Dad met in Regina and married on June 6th, 1953, in Viceroy, SK. They moved to Winnipeg, where they remained.
Mom worked for many years at the Canadian Wheat Board, interrupted for raising a family. Other places of employment were the SK Wheat Pool, Swift Canadian, and Canadian Bible Society. She made many lifelong friends at each. She was also a 10-year volunteer at Concordia Hospital until age 88.
Mom was a Christian with honesty, integrity, and faith being her anchors. She was a fierce defender of her home province and a loyal follower of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, keeping track of all the games and scores. She enjoyed her flower garden and feeding the birds. There were several trips out west to the farm and beyond, including Montana, Washington State, Branson, an Alaskan cruise, as well as an extended road trip through the backroads of the US southwest, thanks to her younger brother, Bob.
Mom was very social but also enjoyed her quiet time, reading, and carrying on the family tradition of jigsaw puzzles. Mom lived at Concordia Village for the last 10 years. This became her home, making many new friends among the residents and staff. These all became her family and the reason she lived 95 years.
Over the past few years, Shirley suffered from chronic health issues making daily life more and more difficult. She carried these burdens well, maintaining her cheerfulness and sense of humour to the very end. Thank you to the staff of the 4th and 5thfloor at Grace Hospital for their care and support.
Cremation has occurred, according to Shirley’s wishes. A memorial service will be held at Concordia Village, 1125 Molson St. on January 21st, 2025, at 2:00 pm.
A private interment for family and friends will be held later.
4 thoughts on “Shirley June Fenning nee Johnson”
Craig and Curt,
What a great tribute, she sounds like a gem of a lady! So many wonderful attributes, which will live on in you both. It’s so hard to say goodbye to a parent but so many good memories you have of her.
Thinking of you both during this difficult time,
Rhonda and Chris Hawkins
Aunt Shirl was the kindest soul I ever knew.
Much love❣️
Sorry to read about the loss of your mother, Shirley. We, John and I, got to know your father and mother and the two of you through attendance at Sherwood Park Lutheran Church. Your dad, Jim, and my husband John, enjoyed many golf games. I have many kind memories of your mother. She was supportive, helpful, kind, and not afraid to tackle any task. I often wished that I had the emotional strength that your mother had. Curtis, I remember that we would meet you often at Kildonan Place on a Saturday morning. Craig, I didn’t get to know you, but, I did ask your mother how you were doing at your work in pharmacy in Saskatchewan (I think). Sorry if I have mentioned the wrong profession. Both of you had wonderful parents, who were very supportive of your endeavours in life. I hope and pray that both of you will continue to support each other now that both of your parents are pain free and peaceful in Heaven. Peace Be With You, Curtis and Craig.
Craig and Family
Wishing you peace at this time of sorrow
Take care
Vereen Swan