Shirley M. Durett

WATERBURY CENTER — Shirley Mae (Raymond) Durett, 91, of Waterbury Center, passed away peacefully at the Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center on Jan. 28, 2013.

She was born in Cambridge on Dec. 31, 1921, to the late Ruby and Delia (Garrett) Raymond.

She attended Waterbury High School and worked for many years as a home-companion caregiver. She also worked at Stoware, making wooden spoons and forks.

On June 11, 1942, she married the love of her life, the late Earl Durett Sr., of Waterbury Center. Together, they made their home there.

Shirley’s favorite things in life were her family, traveling to Maine, music and cooking.

She is survived by two sisters, Irene Eastman, of Moretown, Reba Bouchard, of Stowe; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Besides her parents and her husband, Shirley was predeceased by her son, Earl Jr.; two brothers, Henry and Phillip Raymond; and a great-grandchild.

At Shirley’s request, there will be no calling hours or service. A private burial will be held at a later date.