Joseph B. Shirah Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joseph B. Shirah of Saint Cloud, Florida, born in Lakeland, Florida, who passed away on March 17, 2023, at the age of 84, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joseph B. Shirah to pay them a last tribute.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Oza Thames Shirah and John W. Shirah; his wife Eileen Flood Shirah; his children, Patrick (Kit), Timothy (Vanessa) and Shannon VanCleave (Kevin); his grandchildren, Sheila Kitaif, Kaitley, Rachel, Jackson, Colton, MArlee and Cooper; his great grandchildren, Jolene and Clay Kitaif; and his family, Gator and Golden Retrievers.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
New Horizon Funeral Chapel and Cremation

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March 25, 2023

CHRISTINA B wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Eileen, You were my science teacher and your husband my civics teacher. Many lessons were learned from you both. I’ve just grasped the toughest one yet! Reach out to those that have made a difference while you can. God bless you and yours. Christina Baker (646)309-2564 Cbaker112@gmail”

March 19, 2023

Sammy Jaquinta wrote a sympathy message

“Eileen, I wish I could have been a better friend. After Beth passed, I have kind of dropped out of most of our mutual friendships. I am sadden for Joe's passing, however hopefull you can carry on. You have a wonderful and beaitiful family I am surethey will be of tremendous support. All the best and God bless - Sam, Jaquinta””

March 19, 2023

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