M*A*S*H actor Mike Farrell just shared an emotional Instagram post honoring his late wife, Shelley Fabares.
The Donna Reed Show actress passed away at age 82 on Saturday, August 22. Farrell noted that she was "surrounded by those who loved her." He continued, "To her family and friends, Shelley was a source of love, strength, laughter, and comfort. She was a devoted wife, cherished stepmother, daughter, sister, niece, aunt, family member, and loyal friend whose warmth, generosity, humor, and grace made an enduring difference in the lives of everyone who knew her."
Farrell added, "To those closest to her, her greatest legacy was personal: the love she gave so freely, the friendships she treasured, and the family bonds she held dear."
Shelley Fabares and Mike Farrell attend the 2009 TV Land Awards. Nikki Nelson / WENN.com / MEGA
Along with celebrating his wife as a devoted member of their family, Farrell also praised her professionally, writing, "For millions, Shelley was a beloved actress whose work became part of the fabric of American television and film. From her memorable role as Mary Stone on The Donna Reed Show, where she also launched a successful recording career with her number one hit, "Johnny Angel," to her appearance opposite Elvis Presley in three films, her role on Coach, and her many other television and film performances, she brought talent, intelligence, and warmth to every performance."
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The Donna Reed Show actress passed away at age 82 on Saturday, August 22. Farrell noted that she was "surrounded by those who loved her." He continued, "To her family and friends, Shelley was a source of love, strength, laughter, and comfort. She was a devoted wife, cherished stepmother, daughter, sister, niece, aunt, family member, and loyal friend whose warmth, generosity, humor, and grace made an enduring difference in the lives of everyone who knew her."
Farrell added, "To those closest to her, her greatest legacy was personal: the love she gave so freely, the friendships she treasured, and the family bonds she held dear."
Shelley Fabares and Mike Farrell attend the 2009 TV Land Awards. Nikki Nelson / WENN.com / MEGA
Along with celebrating his wife as a devoted member of their family, Farrell also praised her professionally, writing, "For millions, Shelley was a beloved actress whose work became part of the fabric of American television and film. From her memorable role as Mary Stone on The Donna Reed Show, where she also launched a successful recording career with her number one hit, "Johnny Angel," to her appearance opposite Elvis Presley in three films, her role on Coach, and her many other television and film performances, she brought talent, intelligence, and warmth to every performance."
#wife #donna #reed
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