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Shirley Morin Obituary

Shirley A. Morin 1935 - 2011 WARREN - Shirley A. (Calkins) Morin, 76, of East Rd., died Wed-nesday, September 7, 2011 at her home sur-rounded by her loving family. She leaves her husband of 58 years, Roger E. "Buddy" Morin; three sons, Donald Morin and Gary Morin of Warren and Scott Morin of West Brookfield; one brother Gordon Polanski of Fremont, MI; several grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was born and grew up in Palmer, daughter of the late Edna M. Calkins and moved to Warren in 1952. Mrs. Morin worked as a customer service representative for Regency Thermographers in West Brookfield for many years before retiring. She was a member and sexton of the former Federated Church in Warren where she served on several committees and now attends the First Congregational Church in West Brookfield. Shirley was an avid camper and enjoyed crafting. Shirley's family would like to thank all the nurses and staff of the Wing Memorial Oncology Department for there time, help and loving care of Shirley. A Funeral Service for Shirley will be held Saturday, September 10, 2011 at 11:00 AM in the Varnum Funeral Home, Inc., 43 East Main St., West Brookfield. A calling hour will be held prior to the service from 10 to 11 AM in the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Knoll Cemetery in Palmer. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Wing Memorial Hospital, Oncology Department, 40 Wright St., Palmer, MA 01069

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Published by The Republican from Sep. 8 to Sep. 9, 2011.

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David Hitchcock

September 15, 2011

Buddy, Don, Gary and Scott we are very sorry to hear of shirley's passing. shirley was a very special person to us all, God bless all of you.

Nancy Sullivan

September 10, 2011

Buddy,Donnie,Gary, I was saddened to hear about Shirley leaving us,she was a big part of my young life as all of you were. She will be missed! Love Nancy (Brodeur) Sullivan

Dave and Heidi Fuller

September 10, 2011

Buddy,
it's been a long time since we spoke, i'm sorry for your lose but as we know she is at peace. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

September 9, 2011

"Buddy" my deepest condolences go out to you and your family . I will miss talking to your wife and making her special sandwiches when she was at wing. You and your family our in my thought and prayers.
Vicky and Jimmy Esteves(wing memorial cafe)

September 9, 2011

May God with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Always, Alice Brodeur and Family

David & Ann Barriere

September 9, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Holly Grammo

September 8, 2011

Buddy, Im sorry to hear about Shirley, Just remember she'll still be watching over you and she's at peace now, and not hurting anymore. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love
Holly Grammo

Tim and Jane Grammo

September 8, 2011

Buddy,
We are sorry to hear about Shirley. May you find peace knowing that she is at peace now. Our Prayers are with you and your family.
Love Time and Jane Grammo

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