She was everybody's mom and will be missed by everyone who's lives she touched. She liked the simple things in life and was content just to sit outside on the porch when there was nothing else going on. Her door was always open to anyone who needed guidance or just to talk. She loved to hang out with friends and family. There was not a lake that they could not find when they set out to find it. She and her spouse, Robert, had many fishing adventures too. It's where she first learned how to drive, thanks to Grandpa Robert Nelson's love for fishing. 'The mountains in Nevada were foothills compared to them!' was her favorite expression when anyone asked. Native to Colorado, she loved the Rocky Mountains. She was never happy sitting at home for too long, before she was ready to hit the road again. She was a fun loving free spirit who loved to travel and go on adventures. She has now traveled and found her way back home, reunited with them once again. and enough cousins to take over a state! Into the arms of her sisters, Mary and Gloria and her two oldest sons, Dennie and Darryl (known to the family as Bocky). Three nephews, at least 5 nieces, several grand and great-grandchildren. Her stepchildren, Clarance, Sandra, and Deloris. Also to be included, even though not of her body, but loved and cared for just as much. As well as 2 daughters, Vickie & Michele. Leaving behind her beloved husband, Robert. She left this plane to the next, on the evening of May 21st, 2021. Hubert picked us up and we were grateful he drove because we were pretty worn out by the time we got home.Shirley Swann Shirly was a devoted wife and loving mother. Well worth the time and effort and we’d love to do it again. When we finally climbed back up, which was much easier than down, we were DONE. This was exceptionally kind of him and he gained nothing by this additional excursion (except our respect). We said sure and 30 minutes later we were thrilled and in absolute awe of this sacred place we descended upon. Then Pablo (possibly overestimating our abilities?) offered a quick trip to Cathedral Falls. We were tired about 3/4 of the way through and had wobbly legs by the end. There were loads of interesting stops (waterfalls, springs, climbs, Valley of Desolation) and it made the time pass quickly. We passed workers making the hike to a job site in the forrest where they’d be for ten days! We lunched at the lake which actually sounds like a very hot boiling pot of water on the stove (I could write an entire essay on that oddity) and then headed back. Pablo was helpful whenever we needed it and always pointed out the best/quickest/safest path. We fell into a rhythm and the higher we got, the cooler it felt and the slight winds were pleasurable. It was humid and we worried about finishing. Right out of the gate we climbed and climbed. Thank you Hubert for lending us trekking poles! This was our first hike ever and we didn’t even consider them but now know it’s a definite must-have. We picked up our guide, Pablo, on the way. Hubert offered to pick us up at our rental and gave a memorable history lesson about the island, points of interest and the hike itself. We packed light food and each carried two liters of water (my wife and I both ran out an hour from the finish). So…communication prior to the trip was outstanding. Our legs were sore for three days afterwards. This hike still took us seven hours (including breaks and lunch) in near perfect conditions. Quick background…we’re in our mid 50s, healthy and active.
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