Rochester, NY: January 30, 1967-September 25, 2020
Shelly entered this world as the youngest of four; surrounded by two loving brothers and a devoted sister. She had legs for days and a spirit to match. Her vibrance was unparalleled, her sense of humor riotous. All who met her can attest to her contagious laugh, often at the expense of those around her. She loved so deeply. She was unflagging in her support and devotion for all of her people.
In 2018, she was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer and Breast Cancer. She rose to fight cancer like an amazon warrior. No matter what the day brought, she never lost that trademark humor. She left an indelible mark upon this world. Even in her darkest moment, she ceaselessly inspired incandescent joy and laughter, even with something as frivolous as a comical headband.
She was met in passing by her mother, Judith Burns, her father, Ronald Burns, and her cherished dog, Shawnee Summer Smoke.
Her legacy carries on in her soulmate and Husband of 30 years, James “Jimmy” Smoke and her beloved son, James “Jim” Smoke Jr. Her siblings : Patricia and Joe Cupido, Guy Burns, and Scott and Bonnie Burns. Her nieces and nephews: Matthew and Jessica Cupido, Stephany Burns, Amanda Cupido, Megan and Leslie Talbott, Amanda Burns, Seth Burns and Joshua Burns. Her great-niece, Isabella Cupido, and great-nephew, Leonardo Cupido. Shelly has many dear friends who became part of her family.
Shelly will be missed by all who had the honor to know her. We will always be #shellystrong.
Graveside service at White Haven Memorial Park on Wednesday, September 30th at 1pm with a celebration of life immediately to follow at the Moose Lodge, 5375 West Henrietta Rd, West Henrietta, NY 14586.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Pancreatic Cancer research at www.pcawny.org or to the incredible hospice program at www.urmc.rochester.edu/home-care
Our deepest condolence. Shelly was a bright gem with a heart of gold. I will forever remember the fun time we had at the wedding where shelly was doing the T-Rex with her hands. Such fun and the laughs we talk about it to this day
Jim our families thoughts and prayers go out to you and your kids. I am sorry to say my wife Gg and I won’t be able to be at the ceremony.
I am so sorry to hear about Shelly’s passing. I knew her as the sister of my best friend Scott in the early 1980’s; however, she was always engaging. Although our paths never crossed again once our father’s received military orders, I will always remember her as a free spirit. My deepest condolences to the Burns and Smoke family.
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT SHELLY SHE WAS A AWSOME PERSON AND WILL BE MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR KIDS
An incredible warrior faced with a terrible disease. Our condolences to all her family and friends. We pray remain “#SHELLY STRONG ” in her memory!
Jimmy our hearts are breaking for you and your family. Shelly was not only a bright light in this world, but a fun, loving, true friend. We love you and lift you up in our prayers.
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Shelly was definitely a trooper and did everything to keep positive and fight this thing. I knew her from General Accident days. You truly have an angel. God bless all of you
Shelly, you were my butterfly. You fought so hard and always kept your sense of humor. I admire you for that. You are beautiful inside and out and you with that contagious smile, will be missed. I love you and wished I had more time with you. Be with your Creator.
So sorry to hear of Shelly’s passing.
Friend!!! That was our nickname for each other!! I am so lucky to have called you that! It breaks my heart that you are not with us anymore but makes me happy you are t in pain any longer. My deepest sympathies go out to jimmy and Jim. 💜💜💜 #shellystrong!
My heart breaks for all of you , so sorry for your loss. Shelly was defiantly a fighter & will be missed by many ! 💜
Love ,
The Brownyard’s
Jim , Cathy and I are truly sorry for your loss . God bless
I’m am so sorry to hear about Shelly’s passing. My heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to Jimmy and Jimmy Jr. I have not seen Shelly in many years, I’ve known her to be fun loving and kind hearted person. So Sad