1928
2016
Oakdale-Shirley (Cole) Morgan, age 87, of Oakdale (formerly of Ledyard) passed away at her home on September 19, 2016. She was born in Norwalk on November 28, 1928 to the late Ralph S. and Pauline (Weisner) Cole. She married her husband Albert Benton "Ben" Morgan on May 14, 1955 at Grace Episcopal Church in Norwalk. He survives her.
Shirley was a prolific knitter and always had a project in progress, usually for a family member. Her handiwork won her many awards in the past including several first place Blue Ribbons at the Ledyard Fair. She was a generous, kind and giving person. Her family was the most important part of her life and she loved spending time with everyone especially her beloved grand daughters and great grandson.
Besides her loving husband, she is survived by a daughter Sharon Cole Smith and her husband Steven of Gales Ferry, a son Gary Morgan and his wife Brenda of Oakdale,, grandchildren Holly Gain, Julie Smith, Jennifer Nelson, Elizabeth Johnsen and a great grandson Elijah Nelson.
Family and friends may visit Montville Funeral Home of Church and Allen, 53 Norwich New London Tpke., Uncasville on Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. A Funeral Service will be held at Fitchville Baptist Church in Bozrah at 1:00 p.m. Burial will immediately follow at Maplewood Cemetery in Norwich. Please visit www.montvillefuneralhome.com to leave an online condolence for the Morgan family.
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September 22, 2016
Kathleen Johnson
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy at the loss of your beloved wife and mother. As her hygienist for 30 years, we shared a lot of laughs.. She will always be remembered as a loving, caring person with a great sense of humor. I will cherish those memories always.
September 21, 2016
Richard and Kathy Naumann
It was always a priveledge and a pleasure having you share your Anniversary with us at The Inn. Shirley's wit and candor will be remembered fondly.
Richard & Kathy Naumann
The Inn at Woodstock Hill & Fellow Rotarians
September 21, 2016
Chief Jim Marr ( ret )
Condolence,s to Ben & family. So sorry Ben to receive this notice.
Our prayers & thoughts are with you! You hang in there and remember all the great years you had together.
The Gloucester,Ma Rotary Club is thinking of you also.
September 21, 2016
Margaret Blotcher
My deepest sympathy to you Ben and your extended family you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Friday night knit night, at Coveted Yarn, will not be the same without our beloved friend Shirley. I used to always give Shirley hugs so I would like to extend hugs to all of you at this difficult time. God Bless.
September 21, 2016
Felecia Rodnick
Dear Morgan family--so sad to hear of your loss. Shirley was such a wonderful lady-i so enjoyed her at Sunday knitting group. I know she must be looking down on all of us who's lives she touched--with her knitting needles in hand and maybe her favorite adult beverage nearby and her contagious smile & laugh!! She will be so missed!!
September 21, 2016
S A
My deepest condolences to the family on your loss. May beautiful memories of her always bring smiles to your faces and comfort your hearts. May reflecting on all the good times you've shared together help ease the pain that you now feel. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and He cares for you. (1 Peter 5:6,7)
September 21, 2016
Ben Morgan my thoughts are with you and your family. As a member of the Gloucester Massachusetts Rotary Club God Bless!
September 21, 2016
Stephen Dexter
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