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- The Burlington Free Press, July 28, 2018
Shirley A. (Formally, Bessette) Richardson (1945 ? 2018)
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St. Albans/Burlington - Shirley Ann Richardson, 73, went to dance among the butterflies with her granddaughter, Tasha Maring, on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 in St. Albans after a long illness.
She was born on Feb. 10, 1945 in Washington, DC to Samuel P. Richardson and Lillian M. Hunt. In 1963, Shirley married Gilbert "Jack" Bessette and they had five children. Though they went their separate ways after 18 years of marriage, they remained friends. Jack predeceased her in 2016. Shirley was a Certified Teacher's Aide at S. W. Thayer and H. O. Wheeler Schools from 1975 to 1980. She then transferred to Dietary Services at the former Medical Center Hospital of VT, where she remained until her retirement in 2008.
Shirley had a fondness for crocheting and sewing, a great sense of humor and always provided for her children. She was always there when they needed her. Shirley was a Girl Scout and 4-H Leader. She also enjoyed playing the slots at the casino and went until she could no longer go because of health. Even in her illness, she wanted to go and play.
Shirley is survived by her children and spouses: Catherine & David Raymond of Swanton, Barbara & Ross Richard of St. Albans, Gilbert Bessette,III of Enosburg, Michael & Tina Bessette of Burlington and Shirley & Darren Martell of Alburgh; her sister, Gloria Watson of West VA; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends who have become family.
Along with her parents and former husband, Shirley was predeceased by her younger sister, Frances, who passed in 2017, her granddaughter, Tasha L. Maring, who passed in 2012 and her greatest friends, Russ & Helen Bogart.
A Graveside Service will be held at Lakeview Cemetery, North Ave., Burlington on Monday, July 30, 2018 at 1pm with Fr. Dallas St. Peter officiating. A memorial gathering, to celebrate Shirley's life, will be held at a later time, per the discretion of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzehimer?s Association, 300 Cornerstone Dr., Ste.130, Williston, VT 05495.
Arrangements by Elmwood-Meunier, Burlington.
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Bassett Family Association Database
1945 - 2018 (73 years)