Shirley LaBonte

READSBORO - Shirley Ann LaBonte, 80, died on Tuesday, January 11, at Vernon Green Nursing Home.
Shirley was born in Thompsonville, CT, on December 24, 1941, the daughter of the late Clifford and Norma (Norris) Richardson, and attended local schools. In her earlier years, Shirley worked as a baker at Mount Snow. She then worked at a nursing home in Florida for seven years, and then Vermont Circuits for 10 years, retiring in 2010.
Shirley loved spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed gardening, playing cards, crocheting, painting, dancing, and outdoor activities, including fishing, hunting, and camping.
Shirley is survived by her children Normajean Marchegiani (David), of Readsboro, William Patrick LaBonte (Karen), of Grand Isle, and Robert Jutras (Sandra), of Newfane; her sister Judy Applegate, of Florida; her sister-in law, Carol Richardson, of Connecticut; grandchildren Misty-Rose, Lacey, Haley, Jordan, Patrick, Jillian, Cori, and Andrew; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her stepmother Mae Richardson and her brother Bert Richardson.
At the request of the family, funeral services will be private. There are no visiting hours. If friends desire, gifts in Shirley’s memory may be made to Northern Berkshire EMC, Readsboro Fire and Rescue or the charity of one’s choice, c/o Covey Allen & Shea Funeral Home, PO Box 215, Wilmington, VT 05363. To send the family personal condolences visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com.