Shirley Ann Arruda

Shirley Ann Arruda passed away on April 4th, 2024, in Eureka at the age of 95. She was born in Oregon on March 21st, 1929.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, John V. Arruda. 

Shirley lived a very full and active life. She loved camping, square and round dancing, flower gardening, social gatherings, and traveling with her many friends and family. 

She and her late husband, John, had dairy ranches in Ferndale and Eureka where she was active in all aspects of farm chores and being a homemaker. 

After retirement from farming they became actively involved with the Humboldt Hodowners, a square dancing club. Shirley was an active member of the PFSA Council #3, Eureka, attending and participating in various charity drives and events. 

She is survived by tree children, Linda J. Mateus and husband Salomao of McKinleyville, John J. Arruda and wife Teri of Colorado, Arlene M. Finney and husband, Tim; grandchildren Mark A. Mateus and wife Jennifer of San Jose, CA, Terry  L. Mateaus and wife Stephanie of Kent, WA and Jamie B. Johnson of Colorado; great-grandchildren, Melissa and Mason Mateus, Keegan and Branden Johnson.

Casket bearers will be Salomao Mateus, Tim Finney, Mark A. Mateus, and Terry  L. Mateus. 

A private family service will be held on April 18th, 2024, at 1:00 pm

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Humboldt, Eureka, ca.