Shirley Joanne Bambach, 75, of Kinde, passed away suddenly at McLaren Bay Regional Hospital in Bay City on December 7, 2015.

Shirley was born in Bad Axe on November 26, 1940 to the late Merle and Edna (Frantz) Nelson.

On August 19, 1961, she married Terry R. Bambach. He preceded her in death on June 11, 2014.

Shirley enjoyed bonfires with her family, bird watching, outdoor television shows, playing Scrabble (and usually winning), crossword puzzles, board games and reading.

Shirley is survived by her sons: Ron (Heidi) Bambach of Kinde, and Tom (Denise) Bambach of Sebewaing; daughter Cathy Bambach of Freeland; grandchildren: Samantha, Danny, Zachary, Kaylee, Rhonda, Jason, Rachael, Nathan and Jeffrey; great grandchildren: Jayden, Nevaeh, Carson and Presley, several step great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many close friends of Quarry Fields.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Denise Bambach and sister Barbara (Richard) Lamke.

Per Shirley's wishes, cremation will take place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A private memorial service will be held in the spring.

Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund.

Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com