Shirley graduated from Morse High School in 1948 and immediately began working for her father at the Hunnewell IGA and Post Office in Woolwich. She eventually became an official postal clerk. In January, 1969, she officially assumed the responsibilities of Postmaster, following her father and mother in that role. She served over 30 years in the Postal Service and retired in 1985.
Shirley was a continuous member of the Maine State Grange for 71 1/2 years. She was also a member of the Open Bible Baptist Church in Bath, Maine.
Visiting hours will be from 1:00 – 2:00
P.M. on Thursday,
February 4, 2016,
Open Bible Baptist
Church, 12 Lenfest Lane, Bath, Maine (207) 443- 9766. The service will follow at 2:00 P.M. at the church. Arrangements are being provided by Desmond Funeral Homes, 630 High St., Bath, ME (207) 443- 4567/www.desmondfuneralhomes.com.
The family expresses gratitude for the loving care provided by the staff of Sunnybrook, CHANS Hospice, and Linda’s Home Healthcare.
To share your thoughts and condolences with the family, please visit www.desmondfuneralhomes.com.
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