Shirley Ann Huntington
March 19, 1937 ~ June 19, 2012
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 22, 2012 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church Chaptico, MD with Father John Mattingly officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 21, 2012 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers at 7:00 PM with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
Shirley Ann Huntington, 75, of Mechanicsville, MD formerly of Chaptico, MD passed away surrounded by her loving family on June 19, 2012 in Frederick, MD. Born on March 19, 1937 she was the daughter of the late James Walter and Anna Marie Hill Gragan. Shirley was the loving wife of Robert Sylvester Huntington whom she married on September 3, 1956 in Chaptico, MD. Mrs. Huntingon is survived by her son Glenn Dale Huntington (Karen) of Frederick, MD daughter in law Jennifer of Avenue, MD., and siblings: Milly Norris of Hollywood, MD., Lathan Gragan of Chaptico, MD., and 4 grandchildren. Shirley is preceded in death by a son Robert Wayne Huntington, siblings: Dorothy Vallandingham, Annabelle Copsey, James Gragan, Bernadette Dingee, and Nancy Miedzinski. Mrs. Huntington attended Margaret Brent School and worked as a cafeteria worker at White Marsh Elementary school for 40 years. Shirley loved caring for her grandchildren, enjoyed music and dancing. The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 21, 2012 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 22, 2012 at 10: 00 AM in Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church, Chaptico, MD with Father John Mattingly officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Cemetery, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be: Ryan Huntington, Taylor Huntington, Glenn Huntington, Kurtis Tyler, Michael Hughes, and Jerry Norris. Contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association 513 E. Capital Area Chapter 513 E. Charles Street, P.O. Box 1889 La Plata, MD 20646.
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“What a shock. So sorry to learn of the death of Shirley. I’m also sorry that we will be unable to attend any of the services for her, but the Huntington & Gragen families will be in our prayers. May God bless all of you. Love Doris & Skip Jones”
“Huntington and Gragan family, Sorry for your loss. She was a lovely person and will be surely missed. “
“To the Huntington and Gragan Families: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Bobby & Dale and family, You have lost some one special to you who also meant a great deal to may others. She was a lovely lady and the memories of her will live on forever. Our Deepest Sympathy.”
“There are no words to tell you how sorry I am to hear of Shirley’s passing. I will forever remember the good times we had together and won’t ever forget her. She and her brothers and sisters were always so much fun to be with. My deepest condolence to you and the Gragan family. Rest in peace Shirley.”
“Bobby & Family, So sorry for your loss. Enjoyed having you and Shirley go on many of my bus trips. Will keep all of the family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. In Friendship,”
“Bobby & Dale, family we are sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. She’s still with you daily just in heaven with Wayne watching over you. Prayers are with you all. Take care.”
“Bobby&Dale, and family we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love & Prayers to all.”
“Dear Bobby, we were really sorry to hear about Shirley. We’re thinking of you.”
“Glenn, Karen and Mr. Huntington, we are so sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. However, we are grateful for the time we were able to spend with her on Sunday at the Father’s Day picnic. Especially her “playing ball” with the dogs!!! May she finally rest in peace. Love and peace to you all! <3"
“Dad,Dale and Family Mom was a wonderful and sincere person in many ways. She help everyone and especially she was there for wayne and me when we needed something. I know in the last ten years she wasn’t herself but to me she was the same mother in law I had known for a long time. I going to miss her alot and now she is in heaven with Wayne. Wayne is there to welcome her in the gates of heaven to be with him. You guys will always be in my heart and souls forever. If there is anything you need you know where to find me. REST IN PEACE MOM FOREVER AND FOREVER.”
“Bobby she will be missed at Chaptico market with her smile coming through that door. I am so sorry for your loss and hope you are doing ok I know its been a long hard road with her being sick the last few years she looked so much like my grandma that died when I was 5 everytime I saw her smiling face I thought of her I will miss her love ya Linda cashier at Chaptico market.”
“Bobby,Dale and family Sorry to hear Shirley passing . You all are in my prayers and thouhgts. God Bless you all”
“Uncle Bobby & Family sorry to hear of Aunt Shirley passing she is in heaven now and at peace. My prayers are with all of you. She was a lovely lady and will always remember her in my prays. May God bless all of you. Love Joan.”
“May the consolation of God be with you at this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with each member of Shirley’ devoted family. Sincerely in the Risen Christ, Fr. John “
“Bobby, Dale and Family we are so sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. Your in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!”
“Bobby, Dale & family our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Shirley was a wonderful person. Now she is in heaven with Wayne. Take Care & God Bless.”