Meet Shirley

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Our story begins with a beautiful lady named Shirley Engblom. Shirley was married to Berne, an incredible musician, who enjoyed writing and performing music around the Chicagoland area as the lead singer of the Handlebar Four & the Shy Guys.

For years, Verne & Shirley were known to host the best parties and events at their home in Skokie, Illinois. Gatherings almost always included live music, delicious drinks, and laughter. Verne was the piano man and Shirley was the social butterfly.

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Together, they were the live of the party.