MacCoubrey Funeral Home
30 King St. E., Cobourg
MacCoubrey Funeral Home
30 King St. E., Cobourg
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Shirley Ann Ireland (nee Smith), in her 89th year, passed away peacefully with family by her side, in Cobourg Ontario, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. She will be reunited with her adoring husband, Bob Ireland. Shirley will be lovingly remembered by her two sons, John Ireland (Raylene), and Jack Ireland, and her sister Jane and her children Valarie, Dean, and Keith. Also missed by many on her late husband’s side, including Margaret (Earl) and John Ireland (Louise).
Visitation will be held at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King Street East Cobourg on Saturday February 21st from 11:00am - 1:00pm with the service beginning at 1:00pm. Reception to follow.
Although she loved flowers, donations can be made to Quinte Youth Unlimited.
Shirley was such a sweet lady .So very sorry for your loss. Sending your family strength in this difficult time.
Sorry to hear of Shirley's passing . I got to know Shirley well during the time that she and Bob lived in Belleville. Shirley loved to bake and cook and she and Bob loved to entertain friends in their home. Shirley was a wonderful Christian lady and a great friend.
We received the sad news from George and Ann McCann of your mother's, Shirley, passing into the presence of her Lord and savior. We knew you boys and your parents at Forestbrook Bible Chapel. Shirley was such a blessing to the women there and always was one of the first ladies to help in any situation that arose for any member of the chapel family. Both of your parents were very active and instrumental in the development and construction of Forestbrook Bible Chapel in Pickering. We have missed seeing her welcoming smile for many years and know that she will be missed by both of you. Our love and prayers are sent to you at this sad time. We will pray for peace in your hearts and minds as you are dealing with the task of burying her and saying your final farewell today. Our love is sent with this message to both of you. Grace and Earl Ruttle
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Quinte Youth Unlimited
We are sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. She was a very lovely Christian lady and we have many fond memories of her. Our sincere condolences.
We were saddened to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a gracious caring woman with a "servant heart". We have so many fond memories of times spent together - boating, fishing, site seeing tours, camping and of course many delicious meals. Shirley will be greatly missed by us, her sons John and Jack and by many others who were blessed to have her as part of their lives. She has her Crown of Glory now and is at peace in the presence of her precious Lord, and her dear husband Bob.
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Ireland's passing. We know she is with the Lord and her husband. We can't make it to the funeral but our prayers and thoughts are with all of you during this time.
Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family. A very sad day indeed. Bringing back so many precious memories spent with your parents. May your mom be well celebrated, she was an amazing person and happy to call her my friend♥️
Sincerest sympathy to Shirley’s family on her recent passing. I am a former neighbour, when my family and their family lived in Pickering. May she Rest in Peace 🙏🏻.
Such a great loss of a lovely, caring, dedicated, no nonsense talented, but funloving woman. We feel blessed to have shared in her & her family's love & life. Shirley will be greatly missed, but finally reunited with Bob ♥️♥️♥️
John, Jack and extended families, may I express my sincere condolences on the passing of your precious mom. Shirley was kind, caring and had a love for those who were struggling, We spent many happy times together at sings around your piano, pot lucks and strawberry socials. Praising the Lord for a life well lived. Rest easy my friend♥️🙏
We were sorry to hear of Shirley's passing, but know that she is now rejoicing with our Savior and her family members who preceded her! Our sincere condolences to her family and friends! Claude and June Clavagnier