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Name: Victoria Location: Texas	I grew up watching Shirley Temple with my mother. Thank you for the joy you gave to others. You will be missed.

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Name: Barbara Location: Flat Rock,Mi	My mom was named after you, Shirley. Thank you for your sweet songs of joy. Your dedication to our country in large and small ways. Be blessed in your spiritual journey. Sing and dance like no ones watching

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Name: Julie Location: Saint Augustine	A sad time, an American Icon has passed. May her light ever shine and remind us of the good things she shared with us.

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Name: Suzy McDermott Location: Charlottesville, Va	I spent months in the hospital when I was born in the 60's. Ms. Temple's movies were one of the only thing to watch. She cheered me up during many sad days. Thank you, Shirley Temple Black. God will love your song and dance in heaven.

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Name: Trudy H. Location: Minnesota	I have loved and enjoyed Mrs. Temple-Black all my life and will forever honor her memory. Thank you Shirley for sharing your life, talent and good will with the world!

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Name: ildiko Pedersen Location: Sydney	You will be sadly missed. Thank you for the joy you have given us all...you will be forever remembered not only by this generation but those to come. We love you so.....

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Name: Beverly Mickey Location: Charlotte, North Carolina	My condolences. She will live on in my heart....and - on my screen....and my grandchildren's screen.

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Name: Jennifer McElvany Location: Choctaw, Oklahoma	To add joy and love to the atmosphere of those around you, to benefit lives in such a positive way for generations, is life lived to the fullest. Shirley Temple accomplished that. My mom, myself, my kids and my grndkids watch her movies. Shirley Temple, your goodness will live forever!

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Name: Andrew Location: Virginia	My mom always loved her movies, and I enjoyed them also, but I don't think I really appreciated what a talent and great person she was, until now. I have become very interested in the last few days in researching her life, and wow what a life. Love to the family, she's greatly missed already. RIP

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Name: sheila freyne Location: ireland	as a child watching shirley temple gave me such joy still love to watch her to this day. So sad to hear she has left this world god bless and rest in peace.

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Name: K. Russell Location: Victoria, Australia	My mother Norma was a huge fan of Shirley.She had her books,a doll,saw the movies and knew the songs.Mum inspired a love of Shirley to myself and to my daughter,(whom we used to think was a look alike with her curls!)Another grand daughter shared Shirley\'s birthdate! Happy memories, thankyou! R.I

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Name: Gayle Hartman-Weatherford Location: Mesa,Arizona	You have my sincere and heart felt sympathy.Shirley is a wonderful lady who set such a great example of what a real American was.From her childhood films to her adult life in public affairs,she touched the hearts and minds of people all over the world.I admired her so much!God bless your family.xxoo

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Name: Sissy Belinda Location: England	An inspiration to all. A wonderful talent. Sadly missed. God Bless. Made me who i am today

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Name: Art Palmer Location: Mill Valley, CA	In simpler times, what it was to feel American at the juncture of little Shirley Temple's welcome into our collective psyche gave our entire populace reason for existence - embracing naivete tinged with honorableness and fun-loving helpfulness. Idolizing her was as a prayerful homage to ourselves.

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Name: carolyn Location: tennessee	i remeber watching her on tv with my mom she was a big fan of her rip curly top

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Name: Byron Ware Location: Atlanta, Ga	Shirley I always thought your movies when you became a woman were the best. Fort Apache was my favorite. I will miss you Shirley. Your smile and love of life. I thought you were a Doll!! I love you Shirley so much. Even now I can't believe you are gone. Love you God Bless you!!! Byron

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Name: christine watson Location: victoria australia	Rip Shirley Im a huge fan with a collection of Shirley dolls. Symathy to your family. Thanks for the memories.xx

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Name: Linda Hall Location: Adelaide South Australia	I will miss Shirley Temple very much. I have a large collection of her memorabilia so she will live on forever in my memory. A one and only star who will never be replaced. My thoughts are with her family and friends. Love Linda

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Name: Kristen Kocourek Location: Chicago,IL	Shirley came into my life when I needed her the most(she seems to have a way of doing that)I was often scared or alone and I found hope in her films. someone once said something to the phrase of "As long as America's got Shirley Temple we'll be alright" I don't know what we'll do with out her.

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Name: Nedy Location: Oregon	You will always be remembered, a darling little girl, you always appeared to be loved by your family of actors and your own family. I know you are with our heavenly Father and Christ Jesus. What a precious reunion you are having in Paradise Gods blessings, Nedy

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Name: Norma Location: No. CA	Dearest Shirley, May you be with your beloved husband now. He missed you and now you're there. God bless your soul and please, do go into the Light. You'll be missed by millions.

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Name: deanna	I have 2 of her movies curley top and little princess I have a porcelain doll and plate I miss you

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Name: Barbara McKee Location: Lithonia, GA	I am 60 years old. Starting when I was a little girl, I would watch Shirley Temple movies with my mother. I have loved Shirley Temple for as long as I can remember. I just learned of her passing & I wanted to give my most heartfelt condolences to her family & friends.

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Name: wanda Location: kentucky	I remember as a kid watching those old movies of her with my grandmother ,she was every talented and I loved all her movies.

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Name: Deborah Location: Ventura,Ca	The family is in my thoughts and prayers. I did not hear about her passing until today February 15. I've never written anything about any celebrity or star, but Shirley Temple Black was an amazingly talented young person, and a remarkable woman. She will be missed.

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Name: Sonja Wiser Location: Chico, California	There was no one as talented or adorable as Shirley Temple- what a darling little girl and such a beautiful,admirable woman. Shirley Temple movies brightened my childhood so very much-just as they did for my mom,daughter and now my granddaughter. Thank you Shirley for the joy you brought this world.

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Name: Cathy Location: New Jersey	Peace and blessings to all of Shirley's family. She was a wonder to the world, and we all enjoyed her presence on the TV screen. I have seen many of her movies many times, and will continue to watch them. Shirley was timeless! She will always bring a smile to our faces. God Bless her and her family.

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Name: Natalie D. Location: Redondo Beach, California	I've loved Ms Temple since I was a little girl(I'm now 53). My condolences to all. I'm so very honored to have had her on a flight I was working on at United Airlines 15 yrs ago. I sang to her "On the Good Ship Lollipop," and she really got a kick out of that! I'll miss you, our little princess!

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Name: Ruth E. Chidley Location: Penn Valley, California	My heart and prayers go out to the family at the loas of Shirley. She was and still is a beautiful women in every way. Five generations of my family have been blessed by her movies and I'm sure there will be many more to come. The world has been blessed by her example of a caring and loving lady.

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Name: Patrick D. Mara Location: Glendale, California	At a book-signing for Shirley Temple Black’s autobiography “Child Star”, I said, “You Are Beautiful” directly to Shirley. I will always remember her "Smile" and “Twinkling Eyes”, as she acknowledged my comment. I tell you, her eyes truly did *twinkle*! The entire world loved Shirley Tem

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Name: Nita Causey Location: Brea, California	Blessings of peace to your family. I grew up watching her movies, that still bring me such joy. That her biggest legacy is her family and happy marriage is a true testament to the beauty of Shirley. May your memories of her bring you much joy and comfort. Heaven has surely gained an angel. Xoxox

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Name: Jamie Davenport Location: Norman Oklahoma	I grew up watching all her movies with my mother and grand mother. My favorites were Curly Top, Baby take a bow, and Sea Biscuit. Really I loved them all. Thank you.

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Name: Stanley Location: Arizona	Loved and honored

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Name: Karie Roper Location: Mabelvale, AR	I grew up in the 50's and 60's and I remember spending Sunday afternoon's watching any Shirley Temple movie that the we're showing. I loved all of her movies and how happy she always made me feel watching her. And I was always amazed at how talented she was. I loved watching her dance. Loved her

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Name: Leah Johnson Location: Pennsylvania	Shirley Temple was an incredible talent, a genius performer. She also exuded a beauty of soul. I am grateful for the example she set throughout her entire life, and will treasure her movies and cinematic legacy always. I send my condolences to her family and friends. God bless you, Shirley!

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Name: Deborah Scifleet Location: Yamba NSW Australia	Thank you for the happiness you gave to generations all over the world. May you rest in peace and deep sympathy to all your family. It is with sadness I say goodbye my legend and inspiration. I also trace back to the Temples from Ireland who left as brothers in search of a new life welcome you home.

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Name: Karen Morrow Location: Louisville, Ky	My thoughts and prayers are with you. Growing up I watched her movies as a child they were heartwarming, funny, and I loved them. Shirley made such a difference in the world and brought happiness to millions-I know she brought happiness to me. She will be missed. God bless you all.

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Name: Debra Speer Location: Dallas, Texas	My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Form your dimples to your curls, you brought joy to all of those who watched you. You tap danced your way into my heart many years ago when I was a young girl. You will never be forgotten.

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Name: Claudia van Heijst Location: Montreal, Québec - Canada	Shirley was the same age as my mother... I felt saddened at the news. I only have fond memories, she was part of my childhood. My mother truly loved her too. Bon voyage Shirley....

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Name: Frank Cordle Location: San Diego	Mrs. Shirley Temple Black may you rest in peace and God Bless you. You will be missed. My prayers go out to your family in their loss.

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Name: Dori Schuster Location: Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota	I am 45 and grew up watching her movies with my mom and know watch them with my grand daughter. My prayers to her family for their loss. Rest in peace Little Princess Shirley Temple.

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Name: Connie Hull Location: Winchester, New Hampshire	She will be so missed. Even though most of us never met her in person she touched our lives and continues to do so with her movies. Even my grandchildren ages 10,8, and 7 love Shirley Temple movies. She was always a positive influence and still is and will be for generations to come.

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Name: Diane Location: Tennessee	I am sad about the passing of Shirley Temple. She will always be a part of my childhood. I will always remember The Good Ship Lollipop and Animal Crackers in My Soup. My condolences to her family.

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Name: Toonicorn Location: United States of America	I bet the first person to meet Shirley at the Pearly Gates will be her life-long friend, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson. Together, they broke the color barrier onscreen, and that's only a small part of Shirley's great legacy. If only, in this sad age, we could learn to value innocence again. G'bye dear.

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Name: Julia Location: Chesterfield Mo	We love you and will miss you and always see you in one of your 35 to 60 movies that still warm our hearts and fill our souls with gladness.... On the Good Ship Lolly Pop we will sing forever and Safe passage to Heaven Shirley Temple.. in Jesus Name Amen...

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Name: Kathryn Location: California	I am so sad! I grew up watching and loving Shirley Temple in her movies. Few stars have the class of Ms. Black. We will miss her! Sympathies to her family!

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Name: Renae Melchor Location: Richmond, Texas	God blessed us with Shirley Temple. I am "thankful" for that. She will never be forgotten..she lives in our hearts. As we mourn Sweet Shirley, think of the others rejoicing to greet her..

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Name: Julia Location: Chesterfield Mo.	I loved her as a child,I have loved her as an Adult,,she is the little girl that smiled this country through tough times,,and has always lifted my spirits! I have been watching her movies non stop sense the beginning of January ,I have collected her dolls in that same time,,I have most of her movies

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Name: KAM	I've loved Shirley Temple since I was a young girl (I'm 32 now). I used to watch her movies all the time growing up. She brought the world so much joy. I am praying for her family's comfort and peace.

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Name: Marge Location: Pasadena, CA	I was born on the same day as Shirley Temple and followed her life story. Met her twice at book signings and loved her effervescent smile and cheerfulness. My thanks to God for her life and my prayers for her family. I will never forget her.

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Name: Lindsay Location: Seattle	I cried on Tuesday when I heard of Shirley Temple’s passing – she represents my childhood. My sister and I narrowed down our favorite routines to Codfish Ball, I Love a Military Man, and Baby Take a Bow. Thank you so much, Shirley. There are no words to express what you've meant to so many of us.

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Name: Toi johnson Location: Detroit Michigan	I will always love Shirley Temple my heart is shattered over her passing but we all know she's in heaven.

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Name: Brenda Groome Location: New Jersey	When I was a child, I wanted to be just like her. Loved all her movies and very happy she is part of my childhood memories. Thank you Shirley. May you rest in peace.

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Name: Michael s. murray Location: el cajon, california	I am sad for her. I always watched many movies I have seen. She is my favorite actress all my life. I miss her dearly !! I am deaf and with caption so I can read and understand her movies. May the Lord richly bless you Mike

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Name: cindy voss Location: portland oregon	I grew up with Shirley temple and will always love her and will miss her greatly. I love you Shirley temple and will see you when i come home to meet are maker Jesus Christ.

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Name: Linda P. Location: Livonia, Michigan	What a sad day when I learned of Shirley's passing. I so much enjoyed her movies. They always brought a smile to my face. She was one in a million. Rest in peace, Shirley.

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Name: Teresa Sparks Location: Salem,Ar.	Always remembering smiles and curley hair. prays to the family.

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Name: Pat C Location: Gwinn MI	Shirley Temple - the consummate professional, as an actress when a little girl, and representing our nation later. You gave us so much, and you did us proud. We were blessed in you.

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Name: Cheryl Collins Location: Reading, Massachusetts	I grew up watching her movies. And am now watching them with my children. Very sad.

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Name: Barbara Hill Location: Spotsylvania Viginia	Shirley Temple has brought joy to generations with her endearing sweetness and her talent as a singer and dancer. She will be greatly missed. Her movies will continue to bring joy to many future generations.

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Name: Kristen Location: Fort Thomas, Kentucky	Shirley Temple was a wonderful role model for adults and children for past, present, and future generations. She taught me to become a better tap dancer and gain more self confidence on the stage and in life. Shirley, you will be greatly missed.

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Name: Carol A Vaughn Location: Fontana,Ca	I grew up watching Shirley and she was one of my favorite actress

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Name: Stephanie Smith Location: Minerva, Ohio	Shirley you will always be alive to me and my family. We will cherish your movies and songs you sang. We will keep your family in our prayers.

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Name: Bill Walker Location: Missouri	I delivered the Palo Alto Times newspaper in the Atherton, CA area. Your home was on my route in 1958.

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Name: Donna D Location: Elmont,NY	Shirley Temple will always live!!!!! She is and will always be America's Sweetheart!!!!! R.I.P. Shirley you will be missed a lot.

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Name: Susan D. Location: Methuen, MA	She danced and sang her way into the hearts of the young and old alike. Her adorable, forgiving and affectionate ways inspired us to want to do good. We learned from her that being kind to others goes a long, long way. May the Lord bless you, Shirley, for the happiness you brought to us all.

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Name: Lynda Peroni Location: Hamilton Twp, NJ	You were part of my happy childhood memories growing up in the 1970\'s in a small Italian neighborhood. I have many of your films including the \"early years\" & Storybook Collection videos. You will always be my favorite actress. Thank you for touching my life in such a special and mem

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Name: Kathy Location: Johnsonville	To continue from above: One of my sons researched and wrote about Shirley\'s life and danced from age 6-20. On a family trip to California we searched for her address in hopes of getting to meet her, a possible autograph on his shoes and some dance advice. It\'s a privilege to feel connected

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Name: Evangelist Myrtis L. Hyman Location: Chicago, Illinois	I grew up watching this beautiful, intelligent young girl. She stole the hearts of those who watched her. I loved Heidi, and the "Little Princess above all. Here years later I have received strength from scenes where she had to be brave. I've quoted some of her words to help me when I need to stand!

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Name: joe Location: Detroit	condolences to the family of one of americas best loved child star,teen star and ambassador. I enjoyed every movie shirley made, and was proud that she represented the U.S.A. Truly a good american life

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Name: Kathy Keyes Location: Johnsonville Ny	I grew up watching and loving all Shirley's movies. I was also a tap dancer as a child. As an adult I thought it was more than coincidence that four members of my family share her birthday: my niece, my brother and my two sons. My niece even has a picture taken at age 3 that looks a lot like Shirley

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Name: dita Location: jakarta, indonesia	i love you... i love your movie... your voice... your cutiest face... your curly hair... you really inspire me... rest in peace

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Name: Jessica Simms Location: Alabama	Some of my first and most adored memories involve sitting in my grandmother's living room watching Shirley Temple movies. I am saddened to hear of her passing, and pray for her family's peace in this hard time. She was amazing from afar, and I imagine she was only greater in person. My condolences.

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Name: Jade Lorelli Location: Sunrise. FL	I love you. I love your movies. JADE Age 6

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Name: bob mercier Location: huntington new york	even though I\'ve been very sad since I found out that Shirley temple died Monday. I\'m still always going to love her and I won\'t ever forget about her as long as I live. because no one can replace Shirley temple. i plan on watching her movies still as much as i can. your legacy will

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Name: Roberta Shaw Location: Davenport, FL	I will always remember her movies and her dancing. But I best remembering her saying "Oh my" She was so sweet and I will share those films with my grandchildren. She will live on in our hearts and movies.

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Name: Annemarie Boyle Location: Lincoln, CA	Always loved watching Shirley's movies as a kid. My grandfather had laid the hardwood floors in her house in Woodside/Atherton in the 1950's. He had said how nice she was. Sympathies to the family - and thank you for the memories.

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Name: Rose Rosenthal Location: Lawton Ok	You gave so much of yourself as a child and through out your life. You will always be remembered and your star will always shine. Life well lived. God be with you and your loved ones.

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Name: thomas howell Location: canton,ohio	My family and I have always enjoyed watching her movies,we have everyone of her movies,will never get rid of them,she will always be in my & my familys hearts forever,"GOD BLESS!!! The Howell family.

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Name: Elizabeth Location: El Cerrito, California	It is sad to hear about her death. I have watched her movies since I was a little girl. My favorite one is Little Princess. I know she had a good life. I wish her children the best wishes. God bless you!

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Name: Kimberly Beck Location: Albuquerque, NM	I'm deeply sadden to hear the loss of Shirley Temple. She was a legend of kid stars and I remember watching her movies when I was a kid. R.I.P. Shirley Temple. You will be greatly missed.

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Name: Barbra Location: Seattle, Wa	When I was about 4 my Mum, who was 1 month younger (5/23/28), introduced me to Shirley Temple. They showed her movies every week when I was little & I tried never to miss it. Then I introduced my daughter to her as well. She brought 3 generations of my family great joy. She will be missed very much!

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Name: Jay Location: Iowa	My condolences to her Family during this sad time! I remember feeling like such an adult when my cousin would make me Shirley Temples at Christmas.Her movies where good clean fun! no out doing herself or being rude or crude.The bright light of Mrs. Shirley Temple-Black will never fade away.

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Name: Ellen Myers Location: Bridgehampton, NY	Shirley Temple helped me dream dreams as a child of fun, delight, beauty, and charm. As an adult she did so much with great honesty and humility and power. It was never about her…. I can't think of another female star in American entertainment who has endured for so many people in their hearts.

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Name: Sandy Location: Las Vegas	so, many responses, it's hard to think of anything different to say. My prayers go out to her family. Shirley was an inspiration when I was growing up. Amazing person, who will be missed. RIP. and God Bless

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Name: EVB Location: Brattleboro,Vermont	Thank You for being so dignified after your Hollywood career I think that's what I love the best The talent goes without question!!! I would also like to thank your MOM for getting you started

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Name: Chari Fish Location: Wausau, WI	My heart goes out to the family of Shirley Temple Black. I began watching her films as a child in the 1960's, and they still captivate me today. She lived a rich life and gave so much happiness to generations all over the world. I know she's adding her special gifts to Heaven right now.

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Name: jojo7 Location: Indianapolis, IN	I remember watching shirley temple movies as a kid. So talented & entertaining. May God bless you & your family. RIP

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Name: Shannon P. Location: Sacramento, CA	I grew up watching her movies and my great grandma used to finger curl my blonde hair just like Shirley's. No regrets Shirley! A life well lived and a true American icon. You even have a drink named after you like Roy Rogers! Thank you got making our childhood a little happier & great role model

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Name: Magyn Location: Waterville	I may be only twenty one years old, but I grew up watching Shirley Temple with my memere. My memere loved Shirley Temple and her movies were always so close to her heart. Because of Shirley Temple and her movies, I will always have wonderful memories with my memere that are now so close to my heart!

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Name: stephan kendall Location: lehigh acres florida,USA	My prayers are with her family in this sad time, A lady of class and a true American, A great talent that helped Americans in hard times, Then as an ambassador again helped her nation.RIP

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Name: Tony Westbrook Location: Jersey City, NJ	I knew the day would come and dreaded it. It came and I cried for a friend who made my childhood happier. A young girl who inspired me to sing. A woman who inspired me to care. I love that when she received the SAG Award she stopped at the stairs and did a little tap step. She's forever loved!

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Name: Victoria Louise McAuliffe Location: Cheyenne	I am so sorry for your loss. I will love Shirley Temple untill I die and I hope my grandchildren will love her as much as I did.

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Name: the sanders Location: orange ca	We are so saddened and sorry for your loss. Ms. Black will be missed by our whole family including our now 20 year old daughter who grew up loving and still watching Shirley's movies. The Sanders

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Name: Pamela A Location: Michigan	Deepest sympathy to the entire family of Shirley Temple. She made not only our country smile & cry at times, but also the world! I loved Heidi since I was a very little girl and the song "Animal Crackers" and thank her for the joy she brought to me & our world! Thank you Shirley & God Bless!!

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Name: Jackie B	A truly endearing person, she inspires so many. God bless. We will miss you, but surely have so many things to remember you by...

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Name: Theresa Meagher Location: Reno, Nevada	I grew up watching Shirley Temple movies.. sometimes I watched repeats.. Prayers and Thoughts goes to Shirley Temple Black's Family.. R.I.P. Shirley..

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Name: Patty Wright Location: Angola, Indiana 46703	I loved all her movies, she was truly a blessing at a time it was so needed. She always had such a wholesome persona about her. She was so fascinating. Never since her has there been anyone like her nor will be. God Bless Her and and her family.

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Name: Steve Location: Benbrook, Tx	We have lost a treasure, a unique one.

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Name: Loretta Maguire Location: Ireland	With deepest sympathy to the family of Shirley Temple Black on the loss of their beautiful mother. My mother loved her films and when she grew up and married and had me she introduced me to them as I have to my own family. The world is a better place for having known her as she has given much joy.