She was born in Manchester Sept. 5, 1963. She was the daughter of Timothy Bolduc of Manchester, and Jean Browne Swatik of Willington. She was a graduate of Manchester High School, and enjoyed the beach, flowers, and the outdoors.
She was most recently employed as a waitress at Pat's Kountry Kitchen on Old Saybrook.
She is survived by her fiancé, Frank Donahue, with whom she made her home, two sons, Bobby Evans and Kyle Evans; a daughter Nicole Collins; four brothers, Jimmy Wright, Wayne Bolduc, Jeffrey Bolduc and Justin Bolduc, both of Florida; a sister Janet Magistri and her husband, Rick, of East Hartford; and her grandmother, Ednah Mae Browne. She is also survived by nieces and nephews, Daniel and Billy Cratty; her godson Richard Magistri, Dylen Magistri and Matthew Magistri; Timothy Bolduc, III, Roxanne Bolduc; great nieces and great nephews Austin, Kayla and Charles.
She was predeceased by a sister, Nancy Bolduc.
Calling hours are from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday evening at the Thomas L. Neilan and Sons East Lyme Funeral Home, 48 Grand St., Niantic. A memorial service will be conducted at 630 p.m., during the calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405.
Please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com for directions or to sign Shirley's on-line guest book.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Steve & Cheryl Carter
December 27, 2008
To Shirley's Family,
We're so sorry to hear of this loss. Nicole, Kyle & Bobbie, our hearts go out to you.
We'll always remember the beautiful smile and how very lovely she was. It was the love from her heart shining through.
God Bless you all. I know there is an angel out there who will be looking out for you.

My Bestfriend, My Hero, My Angel
Nicole Collins
September 5, 2008
HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN MOMMA! i wanted to place a memorial for you, but didn't quite work out that way, but than again a lot of stuff don't work out the way you want it! i miss you more than anyone could begin to know! i love you momma!! xoxoxoxoxo
Kim Dean
August 17, 2008
Shirley was a ray of sunshine! She had a great personality. She is up in heaven with Nancy having a great time. Let memories help get you through this hard time. Shirley was my cousin and I'll miss her very much.
Ann Marie Burney
August 2, 2008
To all the Members of the Bolduc Family:
I'm speechless. My thoughts and prayers have been with Nancy and now they are with Shirely too. Both were called Home to soon but we all must trust in God's loving wisdom even though we do not understand the "why's" of this life. I know it is extremely difficult but please try to find inner peace in knowing that both sisters are sharing in God's promise of enternal life. God Bless. Love and Friendship Always,
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Lucille Foley
August 2, 2008
Dear Nicole, Bobby & Kyle -I am so sorry Mom had to leave at such a young age. It is so painful watching all of you grieve. Mom truly loved all of you & Rusty, too. She will always be in your heart & watching over you. Mom is no longer suffering-I'm sure she is a happy Angel with Auntie Nancy, Great Nana & Grandma Foley & all the other people who loved her.
I will always love all of you & be here for you. Make Mom proud.
Love always, Mami xoxox
Erica Saunders
August 1, 2008
Frank
I am so sad over your loss. Shirley Was a super fantastic person who always made me smile when I saw her. My prayers go out to you and her family.
Karen Saunders
August 1, 2008
I am so very sry for your loss. i knew Shirley pretty well she was a great person and she was always giving. she overall was very loved and she will be missed by many. so again i am sry for your loss
Deanna Doucette
August 1, 2008
To all who were a part of Shirleys life:
I am extremely sorry for the loss of Shirley...She was such a strong, loving, kind person, she was like a second mother to me when I was younger and I will miss her greatly! Nicole, stay strong, I love you! Your Mom is forever with you and will always be your angel as well as everyone elses who knew her! I Love you Shirley, May You Rest Comfortably in Peace!
Steve Sapienza
August 1, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Mo & Steve
August 1, 2008
Andy, Jeanie & Family:
Nothing can ever heal the pain of losing a loved one, but it's the memories that keeps you going. May you find comfort in them. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this most difficult time.
Charlie Weeman
July 31, 2008
Frank,
Shirley was a good person with a
great sense of humor. She will be missed by so many people.
I am glad that we had the opportunity to speak of Shirley on
Saturday. Talk to you soon.
Sincerely, Charlie
July 31, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. The "God of all comfort" will give you the courage and the strength to cope. (2 Corinthians 1:3,4)
carol baker
July 31, 2008
to a family that became part of me for life i am so sorry shirley will be missed dearly she is now another angle in our hearts forever love carol baker
FRED AND ROBIN NELSON
July 31, 2008
FRANK,
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY IS WITH YOU. SHIRLEY WAS TRUELY A GREAT PERSON TO HAVE KNOWN.
REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES YOU BOTH HAVE SHARED IN YOUR SHORT TIME TOGETHER .
GOD BLESS.
Tamara Staehle
July 31, 2008
Shirley is going to be missed by so many people, she had a BIG Heart and was so loved. She will be missed. Frank our condolences go out to you! Tami and Armo
Teri Bolduc
July 31, 2008
I am so sorry. I loved her so much, her heart, her smile she will be so missed.
Mike, Donna & Jenn Rogers
July 31, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Lois Baskerville
July 31, 2008
I will forever have the image of you, Frank,dancing with Shirley just a few weeks ago. For that moment it was just you and her.Iam so sorry for your loss. Andy and Jeanie I am sorryfor the loss of your daughter. Andy as a father you were a gift to Shirley as she was a gift to all of us for too short a time.
Love Aunt Lois and Uncle Barry
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