Shirley E. (Dugrenier) Nilsson- passed peacefully on her 90th birthday, March 31, at The Sawtelle Family Hospice House in Reading, MA. surrounded by family members.
Shirley was born in Chicago, IL on March 31, 1935. She was the daughter of Arlene and Wilfred Dugrenier.
Shirley worked for many years at Compugraphic Corp/ AGFA and Walmart, as well as some part time positions at Mister Donut, and the “old” Horseshoe Lounge before retiring due to health reasons. Shirley was a sports fan and could be heard cheering while attending youth baseball, softball, and hockey games. She also enjoyed watching the Bruins and the Patriots during the Ken Hodge and Tom Brady years. Shirley coached several years for the North Reading Girls’ Flower Power Youth Softball League. She loved to attend bingo nights at the Moose Lodge, Wakefield Elks, and spent many hours at home with her jigsaw puzzles. Shirley enjoyed her trips to Las Vegas with her husband, Hal and her children. She truly enjoyed hosting for the holidays and spending time with her family.
Shirley was the wife of Harold Nilsson. They were married for 59 years. They resided in North Reading for 58 years. Besides Harold, Shirley leaves behind 11 children: Frank (Paula) Sollazzo, Debbie (Steve) Rouleau, Edward Pronovost, Donna Pronovost and Paula Ciras, Ronald (Karen) Pronovost, Stephanie (Michael) Tannian, Cindy Gormley, Darlene (Tom) Williams, Laura (Brian) Harrington, Terri Boucher, and Eric Nilsson. Shirley also leaves behind 20 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Bob Santoro, and her granddaughter Carolyn Gormley.
Calling hours for Shirley will be held on Tuesday, April 8 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home. 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, April 9, at 9:15 AM from the Croswell Funeral Home, a Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 AM at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in her memory to the National Kidney Foundation at https://www.kidney.org/offices/nkf-serving-new-england
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We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Rest in peace Shirley. Condolences to the whole family.
Frank and Paula, I’m so sorry for your loss. You’re in my thoughts .
Paula and Frank our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear Mother
My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Frank, it’s been alot of years but want you to know I’m thinking of you & all your family at this time. Hold onto all those memories with your Mom!
Frank, it’s been alot of years but want you to know I’m thinking of you & all your family at this time. Hold onto all those memories with your Mom!
Frank and Paula, Robi and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. Shirley was a truly amazing person.
Sincere sympathies to all of Shirley’s family. It’s been many years since growing up in the “neighborhood”, and so many days outdoors. I recall Shirley worked as a waitress at the W.T.Grants in North Reading as well. Holding you all in prayer as you remember and celebrate your Mom.
Ronnie & family, We are so sorry for the loss of your Mom. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Frank & family,
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. You will all be in my prayers.
Frank & family,
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. You will all be in my prayers.