CLAREMONT, NH –Shirley Diane Morse, 79 of Claremont, NH passed away in her home [unexpectedly] on August 28, 2024.
Shirley was born in Claremont on September 23, 1944 and lived here most of her life with her loving husband of 36 years Gordon Morse.
Shirley came from a large family – her parents were Clarence Watts & Phyllis Baldwin. She also had 3 brothers and 3 sisters; Robert Eldon Watts & wife Jean [Londonderry, NH – 3 children – Michelle Watts Jenkins, Kim Gromko & Todd Watts], Leonard Palmer Watts [Pacoima, CA – 2 sons – Dean & Randy Watts], Linda Irene Thibodeau [Ring-gold, VA – 2 sons – Chad and Jamie Thibodeau], Kenneth Emanual Watts [Lancaster, CA – 3 children – Neely Watts, Annalee Robert’s & Jacob Watts], Predeceased by sister June Elizabeth Gagne who was married to Mitch Gagne – they had 3 children – Jeff, Matt & Amber Gagne And Predeceased by sister Brenda Joyce Watts.
Shirley herself, in return, had a large family of 6 children [3 sons and 3 daughters] and 3 step daughters. She is survived by her children Dianne Bravo [CT – 2 sons – Jonathan and Cristian], Katrina Limoges & husband Mark [Clmt, NH – 2 children – Kayleigh Young & Calvin], Bruce Kimball & wife Trisha [FL – 2 daughters – Amanda and Haley], twin sons Paul Vincent & wife Jennifer [CT – 1 son Joshua – who Grammy always said gave the best hugs] and John Vincent & wife Mary [Clmt, NH – 4 children – Jessica, Megan, Ryan & Nataley] and also by her step-daughters Vicki and husband James Lavigne Jr [Clmt, NH – 4 children – Amanda & husband Armand Archibald, Kent Minckler Jr, Michael & wife Ann Lavigne and Jessica Lavigne], Tara Ezzell & husband Donnie [NC – 1 daughter Jada], and Lisa Vincent & wife Faith [TN – 4 children – Nicole, Dex, Will and Kennedi]. She was predeceased by her daughter Julia Ann Early as well as her previous husband, John Paul Vincent. Shirley is also survived by 18 great grandchildren.
Shirley loved life and all that it had to offer her. She was the life of the party! She loved listening to Elvis and Kenny Rogers. She enjoyed going to craft fairs, camping, gardening, sewing, crocheting, bird watching – especially the hummingbirds and baking [pies and cookies were her specialties]. She loved light houses, the beach and the ocean. She was an avid reader and when she wasn’t reading you would find her talking to her cat Jackie – she made her very happy. She always had a great stash of snacks [chips and chocolate were her specialty] She could and would talk to just about anyone and had no problem carrying the conversation. She never expected anything for free and had no problem working hard for what she wanted. Everyone knew her favorite color was yellow and her favorite drink of choice was “Miller Lite”
A quote from her son Bruce Kimball: “In memory of my dearest Mother”
The one who inspired me the most in life. Mom gave up so much of her life for my brothers and sisters. And I will never forget that! Her Love was so amazing.I remember when we were all old enough to leave home and fly on our own, she allowed us to go. She showed unfailing love towards her family.
I Thank You so much Mom! You will be missed.
Funeral services will be held privately.
Arrangements are with Stringer Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 146 Broad Street, Claremont, NH 03743. To view an online memorial or send a private message of condolence, visit www.stringerfh.com.
