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Shirley Glen Obituary
Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Della (Johndro) LaFountain.
As a graduate of Cranston High School, Class of 1942, she had a love of reading which lead her to employment in the Cranston Public Library. Having enjoyed children, she then began a career as a guidance secretary in the Cranston School Department for many years until her retirement.
Mrs. Glen is survived by her daughter Gail G. Whitfield and husband Jeff of Cumberland; son William R. Glen and wife Linda of Cumberland; four grandchildren, Glen, Christopher, Grant and Alaina; sister Ruth Walters of Arlington, VA; niece Patricia Morgan of MD; and two nephews David Walters of VA and Richard Nieswender of TX.
A private service at the convenience of the family in the Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home, 659 East Greenwich Avenue, West Warwick. Should friends desire, donations to St. Antoines Residence, 10 Rhodes Avenue, North Smithfield, RI 02896, would be appreciated. Information and condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com.
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Linda Gazaille
September 12, 2008
Gail and family my deepest sympathy. what can we say about Shirley. it was a joy working and knowing her. although we were there to bring her the comforts she deserved Shirley often was our comfort with her sense of humor and her smile. she loved with all her heart. I will surely miss her. { Eddie's Mom} Linda St. Antoines
Donna L Dwyer
September 11, 2008
I am sorry of the loss of your mother. I worked with your father at Dieges & Clust from 1968-1980. It was great working with him. He was one of my favorite bosses at D&C and I am sorry for his passing away. It doesn*t seem possible I*ve been out of D&C 28 years but life goes on and changes in my life happened like my parents passed away 4 1/2 months apart along with my brother 2 years ago all due to cancer and life goes on.
Howard Widmann
September 10, 2008
My thoughts are with you Bill.
Tom and Candy Nichols
September 10, 2008
Bill and family,sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother.Our prayers are with you!
Paul Randall
September 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Greg Oden
September 10, 2008
Gail, Bill, and Family
Will always remember the fun times at the Glen family home in Cranston. Your Mom was the best. Always had a smile and treated me like a family member. I will always have fond memories of her. My deepest sympathy. May your love for her keep her in your hearts always.
Jim Norberg
September 10, 2008
I have known your Mother since my High School years. She was a wonderful woman with a great sence of humor, which she passed on to her children. I will certianally remember all the good time I spent in the company of Shirley Glen.
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