Shirley J. Bear, 83, of Grand Island, NE, died Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Lebensraum Assisted Living in Grand Island, NE. Shirley's life will be celebrated on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Curran Funeral Chapel. The Rev. Thomas Vijumon Choorackal will officiate. Private family inurnment will be in the Fairbury Cemetery. A reception will follow the service at Boulder Flatts, 4058 Enterprise AV, Grand Island, NE 68803. Memorials are suggested to the family for designation at a later date. You are invited to wear something associated with Elvis Presley to share Shirley's love for him. You are encouraged to sign Shirley's guestbook and view her video at www.curranfuneralchapel.com under her obituary. Curran Funeral Chapel is assisting the family. More details will appear later. Celebration of Life Gathering Curran Funeral Chapel Sunday, March 24, 2024 2:00 PM 3005 South Locust Street Grand Island, NE 68801 Reception Boulder Flats Sunday, March 24, 2024 3:00 PM 4058 Enterprise AV Grand Island, NE 68803