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Shirley Lawrence Obituary

Groton - Shirley T. Lawrence, 86, of Gales Ferry, died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015, in Fairview Oddfellows Home in Groton.

Mrs. Lawrence was born on Jan. 19, 1929, in Toronto, Ontario Canada, the daughter of John and Darleen Tibbets. She graduated college with a bachelor's degree. During her career she worked for Capital Airlines as a stewardess based out of Washington, D.C., also as a realtor for the Leighton Agency, but her true passion was her Damn Yankee Arts and Crafts business which she owned.

In February of 2015 she lost her husband, Daniel P. Lawrence, after 50 years of marriage.

Mrs. Lawrence is survived by her son, Todd Lawrence of Gales Ferry; and daughter, Kathleen Bennett of Florida.

A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, 2015, in Fulton-Theroux Funeral Home, 181 Ocean Ave., New London.

Please visit www.fultontherouxnewlondon.com for photos, tributes, directions and more service information.

Published by The Day on Nov. 22, 2015.
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I had been away on vacation and was so sad to hear about Shirley's passing when I returned. My grandson, dad and I spent many afternoons with her at Fairview. She was a lovely lady and a good friend to my dad. He is going to miss her very much.

Patricia Davis

November 28, 2015

Aunt Shirley, I have really fond memories of you from all through my childhood. In my adulthood you always made me laugh and I had some really fascinating conversations with you. I always loved hearing about your adventures and such. You were always a most interesting individual and really fun to talk with. Rest in peace, and God speed. Our condolences to Todd and Kathy. Our thoughts are with you.

Cathy Gray

November 22, 2015

Rest in peace, Aunt Shirley. I'll never forget all the fun I had at your house when I was young!! Always so exciting to go there and do arts and crafts, or swim in the pool, or watch all the fish in the tanks, and avoid Ming and Tawny!!!

Susan Burnett Fletcher

November 22, 2015

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