Shirley Garwood's obituary , Passed away on August 6, 2025 in Brookings, South Dakota

Shirley Garwood

March 19, 1933 - August 6, 2025 (92 years old)

Brookings, South Dakota

Shirley Garwood's obituary , Passed away on August 6, 2025 in Brookings, South Dakota

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Bittner Funeral Chapel

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Shirley Garwood

March 19, 1933 - August 6, 2025 (92 years old)

Brookings, South Dakota

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Shirley Garwood Obituary

We bid farewell to Shirley Garwood of Brookings, South Dakota, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 6, 2025 at the age of 92. Shirley touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Garwood to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Shirley may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Elmer Ring and Margaret Ring (Murphy); her husband Judson Garwood; her daughter Deborah McGuire; and her son-in-law Douglas Henrich.

She is survived by: her children, Bruce Garwood (Angela) of McKinney, TX and Amy Henrich-Alber (Todd) of White Lake. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, please direct any memorials to the family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bittner Funeral Chapel



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August 9, 2025

Jeanne Evans Cosentino wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Shirley Garwood, May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.”


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August 9, 2025

Jeanne C wrote a sympathy message

“Amy and Bruce…so sorry to hear up the passing of Aunt Shirley. She was a wonderful and kind person and will be missed by her family. Jeanne Evans Cosentino”


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