Shirley Politzer
Shirley Politzer, a native Denverite and lifelong resident who developed a love of oil painting, passed away May 31, 2021, in Denver. Rabbi Bruce Dollin officiated at the June 3 graveside serve at Golden Hill Cemetery. Feldman Mortuary made the arrangements.
“Throughout her adult life, Shirley pursued her many passions, including traveling the world, which provided beautiful scenery for her art,” the family said.
“An avid reader, she always had a great selection of books to suggest to her children and grandchildren.”
Mrs. Politzer was born May 13, 1934, in Denver and graduated North High School.
A natural athlete, she participated in golf, tennis, skiing and hiking, and was an armchair fan of all televised sporting events.
Mrs. Politzer, a worldwide traveler, incorporated the sublime landscapes she saw into her paintings, which provided countless hours of enjoyment.
She also learned Spanish on her travels.
Shirley Politzer is survived by her brother Stanley Brooks of Denver; children Carrie (Matthew) Trott, Marla (Lee) Merkel and Linden (Mary) Morris; grandchildren Kimberly Miles (Mike Chopko), Mattie (Shon) Weaver, Aaron Trott (Dejai Jones), Jenna Rose Trott, Jesse Merkel and Dylan Morris; and great-grandchildren Jacob, Hailey, Caleb, Vincent and Murray.
Donations in her memory may be made to the HEA.
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