Shirley Ann Parrish

November 16, 2017

Parrish, Shirley Ann (Dutra) age 80 formerly of North Providence, RI departed this life after a long struggle with cancer on Thursday November 16, 2017. She was the daughter of Florence Dutra (Ferreria) and Walter Dutra. Preceded her death daughter Bernice Cade (Roy). Shirley is survived by three sons Raymond A Roy, Willie Ace Parrish, Lloyd Parrish and daughter Kim Marie Sheridan(Roy) 10 Grandchildren, Vannessa, Brandon, Shaun, Joshua, Anthony, Amanda, Audrey, Adrian, Ariana, Allyssia, and 11 great grandchildren that™s known. She was devoted to those who were close to her and deep in her faith as a Catholic. Shirley was active in the association at Mineral Spring Gardens where she resided and was an active member of the Johnston Senior Center until becoming ill. She often baked cakes and made crafts to raise money for various activities. For many years as a young woman Shirley worked in textile as a seamstress. She was exceptional at her craft and in her later years she was a home health aide and retired in the early nineties due to health problems. She loved spending time with her family and friends and was always on the go enjoying her golden years. Shirley had a gentle soul and was attentive, caring and giving to her family and all who met her. She will be forever greatly missed and never forgotten!!!A funeral mass will be held at ST. Anns Parish 2 Russo Street in Providence at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 25,2017.