COPPING, Shirley Emily (nee Hunter) 1921-2014 With family by her side, after a very long life and a very short illness, Shirley passed on. Born in Silverton, BC in 1921, Shirley was predeceased by all of her siblings (Helen, Buzz, Dorothy) and her husband (Norman). Survived by her daughter Anne Marie Kirby, son-in-law Russell, and her beloved grandchildren, Emerson and Olivia. After graduating from Business College in New Westminster, she went on to work for the BC Forest Service, BC Electric, and the House of Commons before a long career with the School District in Vanderhoof, BC. Shirley also attained the rank of Flying Officer with the Intelligence arm of the R.C.A.F., discharging in 1949. Shirley also spent many years on village council while in Vanderhoof. Shirley retired to Kelowna in 1990, joined by the rest of her family in 1995. She was kind, accepting and brilliantly witty. She enriched the lives of everyone she ever touched, and will be missed by all. Special thanks to the Saints of Cottonwoods "B" for all their help, patience and love these past years. A memorial of Love and Life to be held on Friday, July 25 at 5 PM at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. A private interment will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army: 1480 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5Y5. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077