Daughter of the late James “Tingy” (1973) and Beatrice "Roni" (Marsh) Bonnar (1978) of Little Pond. She was predeceased by her husband Daniel Laffin (1992), sister Corinne (Bonnar) Sault (1998) and brother Milton Marsh (2019).
Shirley is survived by her children Wanda Laffin, Danny Laffin (Karen Ann), Lester Laffin (Lisa), Rosella Born (John), Cindy Laffin-Hines (Carl), Jennifer Laffin, Wendell Laffin (Maria), Kevin Laffin (Dawn).
Shirley will be affectionately missed by her partner and travelling companion Dave Morrison. Missed by brothers Wilfred Marsh (Cheryl), Lester Bonnar (Bea), Brian Bonnar (Christine), Carson Bonnar, Aunt Jessie Macphee and Aunt Lavina Forrest.
Shirley will be sadly missed by her grandchildren, Justin, Sean, Sarah, Melissa, Daniel, Emily, Eric, Danielle, Alexander, Riley, Megan, Cohen, Grace and great-grandchild Isabella.
Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Best friends, Jeanne Fillier, Minnie Piercey, Margie Wells, Florence Knott, Pearl Brown, Dora Matthews and Mary Young.
Shirley loved her small community of Little Pond. She was the owner of the Little Pond Pool Hall Canteen, where everyone came to enjoy a game of pool or a place for the youth to gather and be safe. Her car was always full of children driving to boy scouts, girl guides, air cadets or to the high school Friday night dance. If any child needed a drive, she was there.
Shirley loved to travel especially with her children and grandchildren throughout North America, heading out on many adventures. She loved and celebrated all holidays especially Christmas with decorating her tree, this past year was even more special with her handmade bows. Mom loved to dance and listen to her favourite artist, Johnny Cash ending the night with a dance on the table.
Shirley was a member of many organizations including the Northside Seniors and Pensioners Club which was very close to her heart. She was an advocate for seniors, people needing housing or employment. Shirley was passionate about helping people that needed a little hand up. She worked in healthcare for many years making the lives for seniors more comfortable and doing what she does best, caring for people.
Family will be receiving friends at Fillmore & Whitman Funeral home, Sydney Mines. Visitation will take place Tuesday, October 12th, from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held October 13th at St. Joseph Church, Bras d’Or at 11:00 am. Reception to follow. Interment will take place in St. Joseph's Parish Cemetery. Stories and condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.fillmoreandwhitman.com.
Donation can be made to The Northside/ Harbourview Hospital (wig bank) or the Sydney Mines or North Sydney Food Banks.
