Steegstra – Shirley Joy (nee Anderson)

Born April 21, 1944. Passed away May 12, 2026.

Passed away at North East Health Wangaratta.

Aged 82 Years.

Loved and loving Wife of Bill (dec).

Much loved and treasured Mother and Mother-In-Law of Shane, Dean and Michelle, Craig (dec), Andrea and Darren (Skelton).

Loved and adored Nan/Nanna Shirl to Kye, Keir, Mikayla; Abby, Haylee and Joel; Kaiden, Shae and Harry and Great Nan to Henry.

Reunited with Dad and Craig.

Funeral notice

Service

May 22, 2026 - 11:00am

NJ Todd Funeral Home “Feehan Chapel”, 81 Baddaginnie-Benalla Road, Benalla VIC

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The Funeral of Mrs Shirley Joy Steegstra will be held at the N J Todd Funeral Home, 81 Baddaginnie-Benalla Road, Benalla on Friday 22nd May, 2026 commencing at 11.00 am .

To Livestream Funeral, go to the N J Todd Website and follow the Links.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Jamieson Wildlife Shelter in memory of Shirley would be preferred.  Envelopes will be available at the Service.

Private Cremation

 

 

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  1. My love and heart go out to the family of Shirley. She was a great supporter of gymnastics club of Benalla .
    My love and thoughts are with the family.
    Di Hooper.

    Di Hooper

    May 21, 2026 7:44 pm

  2. My beautiful Aunty Shirley. I will always cherish the many fond memories from my childhood and trips to Victoria visiting to. I know you'll be lovingly cared for, surrounded by uncle Bill, Craig and all the loved ones gone before you. Please give mum an extra hug for me. Thinking of all the Steegstra family at this sad time. Love from the West ❤️

    Kylie Whittleton

    May 21, 2026 2:26 pm

  3. My sincerest condolences to Shirley's family from all of us in the west, please say hello to Maxine (dec) rest peacefully> Bert

    Bert Steegstra

    May 20, 2026 3:39 pm

  4. Beautiful Shirley, you will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have met you! Your passion for wildlife rescue was inspirational and your dedication will forever be remembered. A true treasure.
    Sincerest condolences to all your family x

    Belinda & Alex

    May 19, 2026 2:12 pm

  5. Sincere condolences to Shirley's family.
    Shirley was a wonderful friend when we lived in Benalla and we always enjoyed our games of badminton .
    Loved going to her house and seeing all the baby animal
    scampering around .
    Love always
    Bonny and Chris Schalken

    Bonita Schalken

    May 18, 2026 5:43 pm

  6. Dear Shirley
    You taught me everything I know when it comes to wildlife care and animal rescue. You not only got me through my animal studies with your incredible knowledge but you were also a shoulder to lean on in the hardest part of my time at school.
    When things got the best of me you were always there to talk to with open ears and open arms. You gave me strength to push through it and I couldn’t have done it without you.
    You were an absolute pillar to our community and always there when there was an animal in need.
    So much so that you had trouble stopping. As long as the wildlife was cared for you pushed through it, despite your own struggles.
    I hope you can rest peacefully, knowing you taught so many who will continue on your voyage.
    I personally will never forget what you taught me and will continue to talk about you, a Benalla legend who deserves all the credit for your service. I hope we can organise something special in your memory, you deserve to be remembered by this generation and future generations to come!

    Rest easy now friend with your dear Bill

    Marly Turczyn

    May 13, 2026 9:08 pm

  7. Sincere condolences to Shirley’s family Hope heaven has some badminton courts and a wildlife centre Enjoyed my days on the courts Rest peacefully

    Rosie Moulday

    May 13, 2026 6:11 pm