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Shirley Dubuc Obituary
Shirley P. Dubuc 88, of The Villages, FL and formerly of Avon, CT, passed away January 22, 2016. She led a full life and touched many people along the way. Shirley was raised in New Britain, CT. As a graduate of Central Connecticut State Teachers College, she earned her degree in Education. She began her teaching career in Canton, CT, where she met her husband Larry "Coach" Dubuc. She spent over 25 years in the Avon, CT school system, most recently as math teacher in the Avon Middle school. Shirley was an avid fan and season ticket holder for the UCONN basketball Women Huskies and a faithful member of St. Ann's Catholic Church in Avon, CT. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 64 years, Laurence Dubuc. She is survived by a son Donald of Westfield, ME and a daughter and son-in-law Terri and Jack Trainor of The Villages, FL and grandsons, Timothy Trainor of Seattle, WA and Tony Dubuc of Bridgewater, ME. Friends may call at the Vincent Funeral Home, 120 Albany Turnpike in Canton on Wednesday, January 27th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, January 28th, 10:00 AM at the Church of Saint Ann, 289 Arch Road in Avon. Burial will follow in St. Ann's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Shirley's name can be made to Cornerstone Hospice, The Villages, FL or The Alzheimer's Association (alz.org). Please visit Shirley's "Book of Memories" at www.vincentfuneralhome.com for online condolences.
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Lorraine Ratkiewich
June 4, 2016
Wonderful neighbor and friend when we lived on Arch Rd. She was a diligent educator, kind and caring...very smart lady. God Bless you, Shirley. You are missed.
February 2, 2016
I am writing this on behalf of my mother, Martha Hughes, an old friend of Shirley's. Martha and Shirley attended CCSC together back in the 1960s and had many good times. Martha has many nice memories of Shirley. Shirley was a nice and joyful person. Martha wants to express her condolences to the family.
Tom Hughes
Keneisha Wallace
January 27, 2016
Shirley will be missed. She was a loving ln caring person!
Your memories will always remain with me through out my career.
Love Keneisha W.
(Brookdale Worker)
January 27, 2016
I was sorry to read of Shirley's passing. She was a warm, caring person and a dedicated teacher. Carolyn Aho
Nancy Ratkiewich
January 26, 2016
So very sorry to hear this sad news.. early in our years on Arch Rd. Mrs. Dubuc and her nice family were our neighbors - such a bright and friendly lady, always had a good word to say. Sincerest condolences to her children, I hope peace will win over sadness through lovely memories.
Charlie & Jan Kepner
January 25, 2016
We were deeply saddened to hear of our colleague Shirley's passing. she was a good friend & cohort. Our sympathies to her family.
Kristen Lundy (Distel)
January 24, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs Dubuc's passing.... She was a teacher of mine back in the mid 80's. She always had a knack for making me feel good about myself and accomplishments in her class. She will be missed!!! ,I am so sorry to hear of Mrs Dubuc's passing.... She was a teacher of mine back in the mid 80's. She always had a knack for making me feel good about myself and accomplishments in her class. She will be missed!!!
Pat Kirmayer
January 24, 2016
Aunt Shirley,
I will always remember your generosity, your warmth, your love.
You added so much to every family gathering...not to mention your incredible cooking!
Thank you for so many beautiful memories.
Love,
Your niece, Pat
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