Barbara Louise Shales
May 29, 1928 - August 15, 2015
Barbara Louise Shales, 87, of Traverse City, passed away August 15, 2015. She was born on May 29, 1928 in Toronto, Ontario to the late Davison and Edna Louise (Michael) Sutherland. Barbara was a wonderful homemaker and mother, always taking great care of her boys. She was an athletic woman who enjoyed golfing and eating healthy, organic foods. Barbara loved to entertain and play bridge with friends. She was dedicated to knitting hats and gloves for the needy and donated these items to the Father Fred Foundation. Barbara is survived by her 2 sons William John and Michael Irwin Shales, daughter in law Kathryn Shales, 4 grandchildren; Katelyn, Dustin, Jeanette and Jonathan, one great granddaughter Taylor and her brother William Sutherland. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband John Stanley Lennox Shales, and her son Robert Davison Shales. A memorial celebration will take place at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Kalkaska Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Barbara Louise Shales, 87, of Traverse City, passed away August 15, 2015. She was born on May 29, 1928 in Toronto, Ontario to the late Davison and Edna Louise (Michael) Sutherland. Barbara was a wonderful homemaker and mother, always taking... View Obituary & Service Information