Sept. 8, 1936 – Jan. 22, 2021
Shirely Larson passed away on January 22, 2021 in Turlock, CA. Shirely is survived by her husband of 64 years, Duane Larson, who she loved dearly. She is also survived by her children Terri (Gaylon) Wade of Denair, CA, Diane Light of Ceres, CA, Julie (Jim) Thomas of Denair, CA, John (Terry) Larson of Denair, CA, and Cathy (Matthew) Scott of Denair CA; and stepfather Joaquin Gomes. Shirely was preceded in death by her mother Margaret Gomes, her father George Fernandes, and her brother Ron Fernandes.
She was a devoted grandmother to all of her 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren.
Shirely attended and graduated from Turlock High School. She worked as a teller in the banking business for many years before starting her job with the Denair Community Services District, where she worked for 17 years and retired in 1993.
Shirely volunteered for years and spent many hours in helping the Denair Lions Club park cars for the Stanislaus County Fair. She also enjoyed being part of the Denair Fire Dept. Women’s Auxiliary, where she would take firemen coffee and treats when they fought fires for hours.
Shirely will be missed by many friends and family. Your memory is our keepsake with which we will never part. So you see you’re not gone because you will forever be in our hearts.
Visitation on Sat., Jan. 30, 2021 from 9:00am-11:30am at Allen Mortuary. Private graveside to follow at Denair Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Denair Lions Club, PO Box 32, Denair, CA 95316.
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Stan Gustafson says
January 30, 2021 at 3:28 pmTo Duane and the kids. Blessings on you all. I met Shirley when right of high school I started to work at Security State Bank. She was always a classy lady. She and Duane were a great couple and it was our pleasure to have known you all. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that she is at peace.
Mark Hodges says
January 30, 2021 at 3:25 amI grew up just 2 doors down from the Larson’s we had many good football games on their front yard .Mrs Larson was always so nice to the neighborhood kids . Then I had the pleasure of serving in the fire dept. where she was always around to help and support us. You will be missed but I will cherish the memories. Mark H
Donna Dooley Beserra says
January 28, 2021 at 4:59 pmI always think about you and Dwayne when I drive by the Denair Fire Department. We had so much fun at the firehouse and going to fire mustards. Participating with you on the team. If we were short a team member you were talked into being on the team and didn’t turn us down. It wasn’t a competition as much as it was so much fun and laughs and good times. I will miss you my friend but will treasure the memories.
Norma Nunes Fernandes says
January 28, 2021 at 4:23 pmRIP Shirley. I will always remember good times growing up, also in high school with our group of girl friends. A great mom and wonderful grandmother and great grandma too.
Love and prayers to all the family. Cousin Norma
Marcia Fowle Smith says
January 28, 2021 at 3:08 pmWhat a gracious lady and a big part of the Denair community.
Your warm smile and friendly personality made those you met feel like you knew them a life time. You will be missed dearly and remember always.
Joan Andersen says
January 28, 2021 at 2:54 pmMy thoughts and prayers are with the Larson family. Shirley was a jewel that never lost its shine. Thank you Shirley for always making my kids feel special, for the neighborly visits at your kitchen table, for checking on odd noises at the house and for your never ending patience with the endless round of fundraisers to which you contributed. You leave behind hearts full of memories. Rest easy..
Cheryl and Fred Zumstein says
January 28, 2021 at 3:08 amDuane, Terri, Diane, Julie, John and Cathy. Hugs and love to you and all your families. Shirley was a wonderful person and she will be missed.
Carol McRoberts says
January 28, 2021 at 2:50 amRIP Shirley. You were a real family lady and we all will miss you in the Fernandes Family as well as your Denair Family.
Love and Hugs Cousin Carol McRoberts
Todd Anderson says
January 28, 2021 at 12:26 amOur condolences to all of the Larson family on the loss of Shirely. What a blessing to have known all of you all these years. Thanks Shirely for the laughs, the smiles and the hugs, as a friend’s mom, a fire Chief’s wife and a Lions Club supporter. You indeed left a legacy of love and great memories that I will always cherish, as many will from our small town. Thank you for always making each of us feel special. With love and respect, Todd Anderson
Becky Vieyra says
January 27, 2021 at 11:43 pmShirley, I will always remember your smile, and the endless support you showed your family. Always in the stands as their forever cheerleader. You will be dearly missed. ❣️❣️
Leone "Punky" johnson says
January 27, 2021 at 11:00 pmShirley. You were one of my best friends and I will miss you forever.
Geralyn Weston says
January 27, 2021 at 10:49 pmShirley,you were an inspiration and role model for all of my life. Your proudest legacy is your wonderful family.i will miss you so!
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