Shirley Ansel West (11 Mar 1934 - 19 Apr 2025)
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In loving memory of Shirley Ansel West who sadly passed away on 19th April 2025.
She grew up in Sittingbourne in the 1930s and 40s, but when she moved to London her life began to really grow and her potential take shape. After answering an ad for a shorthand typist , she found herself moving from working in a small car dealership to film giants 20th Century Fox. Working in publicity she went on to become publicity manager - a rarity at the time for a woman.
After giving birth to her daughter, Helen, she returned to Sittingbourne to be with her parents.
Shirley loved the world of entertainment, dancing, acting and being part of a group playing music.
Her story was so varied and peppered with extraordinary moments- like winning a 20th Century Fox Doris Day lookalike competition and going to Hollywood to spend a week like a movie star and meeting Doris.
She loved socialising and travelling, but most of all she loved life and people.
Mum, wife, Nan, Auntie and friend. Whatever our connection, we were so lucky to have known, loved and been loved by her. She is so desperately missed, but her light still burns brightly.
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Shirley, a truly beautiful person inside and out. You will be missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing you. Sleep tight xxx
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For my amazing elephant loving, thimble collecting Auntie xx
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Beautiful memories love you miss you ❤️❤️
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Love you and miss you, you will always be in our hearts, I will never forget the day you took me to see Jesus Christ Super Star in London. Cherished Memories Aunty Shirley from all the family ❤️❤️
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We will miss you always
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In loving memory of a very special lady, a loyal and wonderful friend 🧡
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All ways in our hearts and mind
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Hope all goes well and thinking of you all at this sad time all our love carol Margaret and family xxxx
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Shirley , a truly wonderful lady ❤️❤️❤️
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Beautiful memories love you miss you ❤️❤️
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Shirley and Gerry signing the register at their wedding on 26th March 1977.
Miss you forever Nanna xx
Always smiling x
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