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Shirley Haley Obituary
She was a graduate of Spaulding High School. She married Neil H. Gibb, and raised five children; Richard, Linda, Susan, Joanne, and Jonathan. She had many wonderful grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She cherished every one of them.
In 1977, Shirley married Dwight Haley. They owned and operated "The Village Barn" (from Dwight's childhood home, in Barrington, N.H.). Shirley also was one of the last of the telephone operators that serviced Barrington, taught Barrington's first Kindergarten (with her mother, Margueritte), and was a hard-working, successful Tupperware Dealer. Shirley was a former member of The Barrington Congregational Church, The Women's Club, and the Historical Society, where she acted as the Correspondence Secretary.
Shirley enjoyed all of her friends, especially those who attended "The Breakfast Club" and "The Dinner Club", a weekly gathering.
Shirley leaves behind, her son, Richard Gibb and wife Catherine; daughter Linda (Gibb) LaRoche and husband Bob; daughter Susan (Gibb) Bennett and husband Bernie; and daughter Joanne (Gibb) Kelley and husband Dennis. She also leaves her cherished sister, Alberta Calef St. Cyr.
Shirley was predeceased by her husbands, Neil Gibb and Dwight Haley, her sisters Gloria Main and Betty Seaver, her son Jonathan Neil Gibb, and great-grandson Parker Neil Higgins.
SERVICES: A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Barrington Historical Society, c/o E. Hayes, 648 Franklin Pierce Hwy., Barrington, NH 03825, or Watson Fields, 201 Watson Rd., Dover, NH 03820. To sign our online guestbook, please go to www.purdyfuneralservice.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Carolyn Burley-Kidney
October 4, 2020
"Aunt Shirley" will forever be in my heart. The childhood memories of sleeping at your house on Oak Hill Rd, all of our adventures on Ossipee lake will be forever in my heart. Her soft spoken voice, and love for us all remains a blessed memory. She is with Uncle Neil now, and I bet she and my Mum are catching up and together will watch over all of us. Richard, Linda, Susan and Joanne, your in my thoughts and prayers. Love ya'll so very much!
Pat Frost Labelle
October 3, 2020
Susan and Gibb family, so sorry to hear about your mom. She had a beautiful smile and was always so warm and friendly when I would see her at the store. Thinking of you and sending love and prayers to you and your family. Patti and family
Cornerstone VNA
October 2, 2020
Cornerstone VNA sends our deepest sympathy for your loss.
percy and kathy spiers
October 2, 2020
Sue, Joanne, Richard, Linda and family;
We are saddened for you all with the loss of your mom. We have been very lucky to be able to spend time with Shirley over the years! We will miss her beautiful smile and happiness - She sure has left memories and such a trail of kindness in Barrington that will last forever.
As much as you all are hurting, we hope that you will find comfort that she is no longer suffering.
Sending you all hugs at this difficult time.
Cheryl & Rick Drew
October 1, 2020
Joanne,
Our condolences to you and your family on the passing of your mom. May our friendship and prayers ease you through this difficult time. Shirley was such a lovely, kind lady who will be dearly missed. We hope fond memories of your mom bring you comfort during this hard time in your life.
Susan Iseman
September 30, 2020
Barrington has lost another very special person. My heart goes out to the family.
Kathie Bystrek
September 30, 2020
Always greeted you with a smile like she's known you forever. Used to love seeing her sitting behind the cash register at The Barn when we visited. She will definitely be missed. A real lady
Clint and Sandy Dodge
September 30, 2020
We are sorry for your loss. We are sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. We remember the many years when she and Dwight hosted Good Shepherd School’s Fall Foliage Fest, giving up a days income at the Barn, to support our school. Shirley was always cheerful and welcoming, whether at the barn or at church. It was a blessing to know her. Sincerely, Sandy and Clint
Paul & Jean Binette
September 30, 2020
Although we didn't see Shirley often, we were always greeted with her beautiful smile and her sincere kindness. We know that she is now enjoying her time with friends and family who have also passed on. May you "Rest in Peace" Shirley and you will forever be missed and in our hearts.
jackie Kessler
September 30, 2020
What a sweet wonderful lady. Loved seeing her at the Village barn over the years . Great people!!
Love Jackie Neal Kessler
Allan and Carole Dennis
September 30, 2020
Shirley was a lovely lady who shared her smile with all. We send our prayers for strength to the Gibb family during this difficult time.
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