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SHIRLEY ANN WASHINGTON
October 3, 1943 August 23, 2019
Shirley Ann Washington, was born on October 3, 1943 in Chicago Heights, Illinois, and on Friday, August 23, 2019, God called her into her heavenly reward, surrounded by her family.
Shirley worked civil service for AAFES, for over 27 years. She was a member of the WIBC and USBC bowling organizations, for over 50 years. Shirley was a dedicated member of her church New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, where she served faithfully until her passing. Shirley's smile, hugs and spirit will forever be missed by those she loved, and those who loved her. She leaves to cherish her memory, two daughters, Veronica Henning and Natalie Tripplette; sons-in-law Howard Henning and Robert Tripplette; her four grandchildren, Keoni, Christopher, and Callista Gallegos and Hallie Tripplette; her six great grandchildren, Xavier, Austin, Dante, Castor, Aria and Frankie; her three great-great grandchildren, Ayzaria, LaRhea, Xayvion; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Visitation, Friday, August 30, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Angelus Chapel Funeral Directors Inc., 1104 S. Circle Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80906. A Celebration of Life, Saturday, August 31, 2019, 10:00 am at New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, 5485 Alegre Drive, Fountain, Colorado, 80817.
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Published by The Gazette on Aug. 29, 2019.

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Tanya Evans

September 5, 2019

Your mother and grandmother always had a sweet spirit every time I saw her at church or outside of it. She would always greet me with a smile and a hug and made my daughter feel so special. I pray that God gives you comfort during your time of grief.

Kevin Stephens

August 29, 2019

Natalie and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your moms passing. In the brief time I knew her she made an everlasting impact on my life. And I am grateful for that
Please stay strong and hold tight to the memories you will always have of her.
My thoughts, are with you right now,and my heart it heavy for your loss.
Kevin

Maria Zakrzewski

August 29, 2019

She was such a lively and classy lady. Always smiling and "with it". I will miss her so much. Will try to be there. Recuperating from lung operation.

August 29, 2019

God grace

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