Shirley V. Cole (Whipple) 90, of Glastonbury passed away on March 5, 2023. She was predeceased by her husband Earl (3/7/94) they were married in 1954. She leaves behind her son Steven his wife Theresa a daughter Lynn M. Horila and her spouse Kenneth, seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Shirley treasured time with family and felt blessed to meet her youngest great grandson just before passing. Shirley was extremely social being a Cub Scouts Leader, enjoying Duckpin Bowling at Glastonbury Bowl with Earl, later in life playing games with her many friends at the Herbert T. Clark House.
Before her retirement she enjoyed her time “serving” others first at the Buckboard Steakhouse Restaurant, then in the delicatessens at Franks Super Market, Top Notch Foods, Gardner’s Market, again serving others at Connecticut Mutual Café and finally the many kids in lunch rooms throughout The Glastonbury Public School System whom affectionately referred to as the “Lunch Lady”.
At Shirley’s request the funeral will be private, finally resting where she will join her beloved Earl.
RIP Mom. I'm going to miss seeing your beautiful blue eyes looking back at me. I couldn't of asked for a better Mom. I'll continue to share the love you showed to everyone. Thank you for your Grandmother love to Kyle and Kelly. I'm happy you were able to meet and hold baby Charlie. I know you're looking down and keeping a watchful eye on us. Love and miss you always,♥️
Lynn
One of my earliest memories was at a reception and there was a small tray of mixed nuts. I guess Shirley was eying the cashews as was I. Somehow I managed to pick them out 😉, hey there were only 3 who would notice, and gobble them up. Somehow she figured it was me and for awhile there was a running joke every xmas where we would exchange a can of cashews as a gift. Thanks for all the great memories and good times.
Ken