Donald D. Shirley, 86 of Warwick passed away on Monday, March 28, 2022 at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of the late Marcia Shirley for 60 years and the son of the late Harold and Eunice Shirley. Donald was the loving father of Deborah L. Fontes (Gary), Thomas J. Shirley (Melissa), and the late Donna J. Shirley. He also leaves two cherished grandchildren, Adam D. Fontes (Malaree) and Tara L. Fontes (Devin), and his first great-grandson Noah D. Fontes whom he adored. He was looking forward to the arrival of his first great-granddaughter Navi this May.
Donald was a toolmaker at Garland Industries for over 30 years. He enjoyed yard sales, flea markets and anything Disney. He enjoyed taking his family to dinner as long as the restaurant had good calamari and baked stuffed shrimp! Most of all, he will be remembered for the unconditional love he gave his family.
Services will be private to comply with Donald’s wishes. He will be laid to rest with his wife and daughter in Highland Memorial Park in Johnston.
