Shirley M. Blinn, 85, of Vernon , passed away at home on Thursday, February 4, 2016. She was born January 15, 1931 in Rockville to the late Lester F. and Magdelina (Gillich)Bartlett. Shirley was a longtime member of the First Lutheran Church, Ellington. She also worked for many years as an executive assistant in Banking. Shirley was very active in the Vernon Senior Center where she joined them on many trips. She had a passion for dancing which she enjoyed over the years. Most of all she loved time spent with her family. She is survived by her son; Kenny Blinn and his wife Jackie ; her daughters; Karen Blinn – Dzat and Debra Wharton; her grandchildren; Stephanie, David, Joshua, Samantha, Troy, Jenna, Robert and Brittany; her great grandchildren; Xavier, Anthony and Lily. Shirley was predeceased by her husband Philip in 1997. Relatives and friends may join the family on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 from 3 – 7 pm at The Burke-Fortin Funeral Home, 76 Prospect St., Rockville. A Funeral Home Service will take place Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at 10:00 am. Burial will follow at Grove Hill Cemetery, Vernon. Memorial donations may be made to Vernon Senior Center, 26 Park Place, Vernon, CT 06066. For online condolences please visit www.pietrasfuneralhome.com
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