Michelle Rae “Shelly” O’Donnell passed away on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017. She was at her home in Show Low when she lost her two-year battle with pancreatic cancer at the age of 59. A public visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 13, at Owens Livingston Mortuary-White Mountain Chapel, 320 N. Ninth St. in Show Low. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14, at Our Lady of the Snow Catholic Church, 1655 S. Main St. in Snowflake, Arizona. She was born Oct. 28, 1957, in Binghamton, N.Y. Shelly was united in marriage to the love of her life, Robert O’Donnell, in March 1979. She worked at Safeway, Inc. for over 20 years, and was an inspiration to all of her customers and coworkers. Survivors include her husband, Robert; daughter, Crystal; grandson, Tanner; her dogs, Ruby and Snooki; and her bird, Savannah. She is also survived by other family members in Arizona, New York, Massachusetts, Florida and Colorado. Shelly was a light in many people’s lives, and a selfless mother. She was a friend to all and was loved by everyone who knew her. She was an amazing cook, and an inspiration to many. She lived her life, in all aspects, with courage and grace. She will be missed dearly. Memorial contributions to Chase Bank to the Shelly O’Donnell Foundation or to Robert O’Donnell to help with medical expenses have been suggested by her family.
