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Shirley Tomolonius Obituary
Her husband of 52 years, Edmund J. Tomolonius died in 2001. She leaves her daughter, Lee Ann wife of James W. Fiske and their four children to whom Shirley was devoted, Kerri Ann Pepka, Michael Pepka, Tyler Fiske and Daniel Fiske all of North Brookfield.
Shirley was predeceased by her brother, Russell Quinn and sisters, Mary St. George, Ann Beaulac, Helena "Babe" Torrey, and Gertrude Fitzgerald.
She was born in Worcester a daughter of the late Michael and Margaret Mary (Russell) Quinn and graduated from Commerce High School. Shirley was a dedicated employee of 38 years for the former Mass Electric retiring as an Executive Assistant.
Her greatest joy came from the family she loved so very much.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visiting hour on Monday Oct. 6 from 11:30 AM to 12:30PM in the Britton-Wallace Funeral Home, 91 Central St., Auburn. Shirley's funeral will follow with a Mass celebrated at 1 PM in North American Martyrs Church, 8 Wyoma Dr., Auburn. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Shirley's memory may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.
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Memories and Condolences
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Barbara (Hayes) Rozumek
October 6, 2008
Lee Ann, I'm so sorry about the passing of your Mom. To our family she was always Aunt Shirley. I'll always remember all the fun that came with a "surprise" visit from your family. We never knew when we'd see one of your parents peering through the living room window anytime of day or night!
My deepest sympathies go to you and your family
Margaret (Hayes) North
October 5, 2008
I will surely miss "Aunt" Shirley as I do "Uncle" Eddie. Having them as God Parents was the best. The memories of summer vacations on the Cape will always bring a smile to my face. They were always there for me and the family when illness or tragedy struck. I am very sad that the family relationship dissolved when I became an adult. I take solace in all of the happy childhood memories and that they are together again. My most sincere sympathies to Lee-Ann and her family.
Joe Dalbec
October 3, 2008
Shirley was such a nice person to have known. She will surley be missed.
Lorna Wilder
October 3, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go to Lee and her family. Working with Shirley for well over 18 years at Mass. Electric were the best. Shirley and I were not only co-workers, but friends as well and shared many laughs together. Shirley touched many here at the electric company with her smile and compassion for others. I will miss Shirley, but take comfort in knowing she is now at peace and with her love, Eddie.
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