Shirley Case Tribute

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Memories of Shirley Case

I know you are in heaven

Pamela Lauren ( 5 days ago)

From what I have read, I can tell you are an INCREDIBLE person. You are basically who I want to be when I get older. Your death is truly a tragedy, but I know that you are in a much better place. A person as incredible as you are must be in heaven. I hope to meet you there one day.

Shirley

Gerald Davis (Aug 26, 2008)

I have also received emails from Shirley over the years. I first met her in Bonnyville, Alberta about 6 years ago. I just can't beleive what has happened. She was by far one of the nicest, most profound people I have ever met. I moved to Osoyoos, BC approximately 3 years ago and I was visiting Bonnyville for the first time since I left when I received an email. I know Shirley will live on forever, she will never be forgotten. I hope her family finds some peace along the way, knowing that she was trying to do something better for disadvantaged children. Shirley rest in peace, I will never forget you.

Gerald Davis
Osoyoos, BC

To a wonderful friend

Steve Smith (Aug 26, 2008)

I met Shirley in January this year whilst she was travelling through Malaysia, in between humanitarian assignments. I was then my privilege to spend the next two week travelling with her. As we journeyed through Borneo various travellers joined and left our happy group all of whom were entranced by this warm hearted, compassionate and intelligent Canadian; when we climbed Mt Kinabalu she was there encouraging us on, whilst we trekked through the jungle, on one of ' UncleTan's' expeditions, she was keeping us amused with her knowledge and anecdotes and when we were 'hanging out' for a few days at Kota Kinabalu, you knew that if you were in conversation with Shirley she was really listening to you.
We kept in e-mail contact as she took on assignments, first in Chad and then Afghanistan, always playing down any danger she might be in. I have a treasured e-mail sent a few days before she died, typically sweet and full of encouragement and kind words. There are few people in this world who can light up a room merely by stepping into it. Shirley was without doubt a bright star. It is clear to me; from the brief time I spent with her, from reading the testimonies to her, and speaking with others who knew her, that we all feel robbed of a wonderful friend.
The news of her death was devastating to me, so I can only imagine the pain of her family and closer friends. It will be of no consolation to them, but those of us whose lives were merely touched by Shirley feel blessed to have known her.
The world is a poorer place without her.
Rest in peace Shirley.
Steve (London, UK)

My Memory

Ana Maria (Aug 25, 2008)

I’ve known Shirley few months ago at the office of CARE in Chad. I used to call her [Chirli] with my terrible Spanish accent, some Chadian colleagues called her [Charlie], but she always answered with the same smile and kindness to all these distortions of his name. I keep good memories of her affable character, her respect for others, her invaluable assistance and encouragement, her humble way to transmit her knowledge and share her experience with her colleagues. I also remember the soirée “frijoles negros and Desperate housewives”, with other friends, before her departure to Abeche. We had a nice evening chaining chapter after chapter. As we all, Shirley asleep, but she fought against sleep, saying: “Oh, I love this show!”

Thanks you, Shirley, for your help and your teachings. I will be always grateful.

Ana Maria
Chad

My Memory

Kelley Collens (Aug 22, 2008)

I went to high school in 100 mile house BC with Shirley. I remember her as being so thoughtful and just full of energy, and very enthusiastic about everything. She always had a smile on her face every time I would see her. She was very dedicated in everything she accomplished. We love you Shirley and may you rest in peace.

Kelley Collens
Salmon Arm BC

Shirley, you will never be forgotten....

madina (Aug 21, 2008)

If only I never had to write this in such circumstances.... I wish I did like you and shared my thoughts of you more often. You left us beautiful memories and stories of your love for people, nature and life. Your determination, energy and committment to humanitarian work and mainly to people always impressed me. I could never understand how you could find the time to do all the wonderful things you did in your life and at work and how at the same time you managed to remain always so present in the lives of people who you knew. Your beautiful smile, incredible courage and unconditional love for people found a very special place in my heart. You will be missed very much...

Madina Cornish
CARE Canada

Policy and Advocacy Advisor,CARE CAnada

Steve Cornish (Aug 20, 2008)

I recently had the opportunity of working with Shirley in Chad. Her energy and enthusiasm were infectious and will be sorely missed by all who new her. What consoles me is that the source of her determination and drive seemed to me, to come from the fact hat she was following her convictions and living out her vocation. When one embodies the ideals one holds dear then life for a time truly becomes a transcendent dream. Shirley seems to have lived her life on the edges of that dream and in so doing inspired and energized so many of us along the way.

My warmest sympathies
Steve

Test of time..SC!

Alawode Tolu (Aug 20, 2008)

May here soul rest in the bosom of the Almighty God and may She find friendship with her creator.
Her track record will keep speaking for her, She was here in Calabar, Nigeria few years back and she stood the test of time on the ground of humanitarian.
We will surely miss you Shirley....Adieu!!!

Alawode Tolu
Calabar, Nigeria

My Memory

Frans Pakvis (Aug 20, 2008)

On behalf of Cordaid I would like to express our deepest sympathy and condolences with the relatives, friends and colleagues of Shirly and her colleagues whom got killed as well.
I hope they will find comfort and strength and inspiration to deal with the sadness, out of the dear memories they bear in their hearts.
Again a great loss of people who are prepared to work and struggle on the frontiers of civilisation and bring along with them one of the most basic elements in our work: hope to those without, regardless themselves.

Frans Pakvis
HR officer Cordaid
The Netherlands

She will always be remembered

Brian English (Aug 20, 2008)

I grew up with Shirley. Our parents were very good friends. We spent many a weekend camping together. We lost touch through high school but she always managed to stop and say hi when we passed each other in the hallway. My fondest memory of her from high school was when my father passed away and I was going through a very tough time. Shirley was one of the only people that offered a shoulder to cry on and someone to talk to. It was great knowing there was someone that cared that much. That is just how Shirley was. A wonderful caring person. Let it be known to her family that her death was not in vain. And what she did achieve in her short time on earth was remarkable and did make a difference. She will always be remembered by everyone who's lives she touched in our tiny little community. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and many other friends. You will be forever missed Shirley.
Brian English

She will be remembered

Ahmed Khan (Aug 20, 2008)

It is really sad to hear about Shirley although I didn't know her. From my side and Staff Members of Save the Children Sweden Pakistan sincere sympathy to her family and friends as all of humantarian workers are working for one cause. So we all are related to each other in a way. May she now rest in blessed peace and may her family and friends find much comfort in memories of happier days perhaps long past but precious all the same.

A GIFT TO HUMANITY

Charles Patterson (Aug 20, 2008)

My heartfelt and deep condolences go out to the communities that Shirley served, her family and friends whom she loved dearly, and many of us in the EPN Network who would truly miss her contributions to the growth and development of the profession.
From the pourings of hearts and flow of tears, the departure of Shirley, Nicole and Jackie shall not be in vain.Their mission shall be accomplished by those of us who have been left behind.
I didnt know these courageous trio but from those who interacted with them, they were truly humanitarian from their hearts.
May God grant them a holy and peaceful resting place,

Charles Patterson,
Regional HR Manager,
Merlin International-Nairobi

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