Cecile Rose Bourgeois Short

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Cecile Short Obituary

BENNINGTON - Cecile Rose Bourgeois Short, 95 of Bennington died Monday, July 28, 2014, at the Centers for Living and Rehabilitation.

She was born July 23, 1919, in Bennington, the daughter of the late Wilfred and Elise (Heppelle) Bourgeois. Cecile received her education in Bennington, where she attended Sacred Heart School.

She married Harry L. Short in 1940.

She was employed at Union Carbide Corp. in Bennington. After her retirement, she joined her husband in the family business, The Glass Shop in Manchester, where she was the bookkeeper.

Mrs. Short enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, crafts and knitting. She enjoyed playing golf and was the club champion at the Arlington Golf Course.

She was a communicant of Sacred Heart St. Francis de Sales Church.

Survivors include her children, Jean Short of Bennington, Dianne Coonz of Sandwich, Mass., Bob Short of Bennington; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was pre-deceased by a daughter, Patricia Woodward, and seven brothers and sisters, Edward Bourgeois, Helen Lampron, Yvonne Brunett, Eleanor Cahill, Rachel Kinney, Doris Bourgeois and Claire Smith.

At Mrs. Short's request there will be no calling hours or funeral services.

A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Bennington Lions Club Hearing Fund through Mahar and Son Funeral Home 628 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201.

Guest book condolences may be made at www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net.

Published by Rutland Herald on Jul. 30, 2014.
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Dear Jean and family,
So sorry about your Mom. As you know your parents and mine had a lot of great times together.
I am so sorry for your loss. Take care
Sincerely, Jeannie and John Mook

August 8, 2014

Sorry to here of Cecile's passing. She and Harry were an important part of Lapham Island and the Torrey family.
Boo & Pinky Duffany

August 5, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss.

Chris Plante-Greene

August 4, 2014

So sorry to hear of Ceil's passing. I have very fond memories of her and Harry along with Bobbie and Jean at the Glass Shop. God has received another Angel today.

Sandra Towslee Pinsonault

August 3, 2014

Jean & Family Sorry to hear about your mothers passing it's never easy losing a parent but in time you will remember all the good times you had with her.

Rosalie Bahan

August 2, 2014

So sorry to hear about your mom, grief can be so hard but our special memories help us cope, condolences to you and all of your family.
Rose Laurent

August 1, 2014

Our thoughts and love are with you. Madeline and Greg Salottolo

July 31, 2014

To Jean, Bobby and your family my thoughts and prayers are with you. I will never forget the good times at the Glass Shop.

Lisa Towslee Hess

July 31, 2014

My condolences Jean and family, on the death of your mother. May she rest in peace. What a special family you have had! Cecile Betit

Cecile Betit

July 30, 2014

Bob, Denise and Family- heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Mother, Grandmother and dear friend... we know how hard the loss of a parent is...thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Bob, Tina, and Albert

Tina and Bob Peterson

July 30, 2014

Bob and Denise - So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Kathy & Bob Scarcello

Kathy Maxey-Scarcello

July 30, 2014

So sorry for your loss. I know it's hard to lose your Mother, but I'm glad she had a family like yours to watch over her. She will now watch over you.

Jo-Anne Prouty

July 30, 2014

I'm sorry to read of Ceil's passing. My condolences to Stevie, Jean,Bob & Diane.

Jim Woodward

July 30, 2014

Bob,Dense,Jessica and Robbie. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Dev & Mona

Devereaux Priest

July 30, 2014

My deepest sympathy on the passing of Cecile. I played a few games of golf with her over the years at MCC. I remember her as being happy and fun loving and enjoying people. Hold memories of her in your hearts.
Judy Swezey, Manchester, VT

July 30, 2014

Jean and family. My sympathy for your loss. Rhoda Comi

July 30, 2014

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