Burleigh V Shorey

MILFORD—Burleigh V. Shorey, 85, went to his Lord and Savior March 29, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Enfield, ME a son of William V. and Myrtle A. (Ewings) Shorey.

Burleigh was a veteran of WWII having served as a submariner with the US Navy. He was very proud of his service and was awarded the Presidential Citation for Bravery. He was a lifelong truck driver having worked for himself, family, and commercially. He was twice awarded the 1 Million Miles Safety Award by Coles Express. Burleigh was an active member of the United Baptist Church of Old Town where he established the local chapter of the Christian Service Brigade. He also served as a deacon and Sunday school teacher.

He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Laura (Boober) Shorey of Milford; five children Brenda Johnston and her husband Steve of Greenbush, Barbara Finch and her husband Bob of Old Town, Bill Shorey and his wife Sandy of Columbia, SC, Burleigh Shorey and his wife Kathy of Winterport, Kevin Shorey and his wife Andrea of Ellsworth; 9 grandchildren Matt Finch, Sarah Finch, Justin Shorey, Joshua Shorey, Meagan Shorey, Kristin Barker, Isaac Shorey, Jeremiah Shorey and Caleb Shorey; 3 great grandchildren with a fourth due in June; many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. He was predeceased by his parents, a son Glendon Shorey at age 3, three sisters Barbara Shorey, Ona Jenkins, and Helena Carpenter, and a brother William “Skip” Shorey.

A funeral service will be conducted 3PM Saturday at the United Baptist Church, Old Town with the Rev. Bruce Stevens, officiating and assisted by son Bill Shorey. Friends may call from 2PM until time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund at the United Baptist Church of Old Town 86 Middle St. Old Town, ME 04468. A life story can be views and condolences may be left at www.birminghamfuneralhome.com