Shelly Pierce

She was born in Hartford on Nov. 1, 1971, the daughter of MaryAnn Testa of Southington and Donald R. Grayson of North Carolina.

Shelly attended Trask Elementary School and Plainville Jr. High, she had graduated from Southington High School and attended Vinal Technical School. She had worked for Fresenius Dialysis as a Technician in Meriden. She was a ?Dead Head? fan and followed the Grateful Dead as often as she could. Shelly was a very kind and caring person and loved to work with the elderly as well as children.

In addition to her husband and parents she is survived by her daughter Darby Pierce of Southington, step daughter Shannon of California, a brother Donald Grayson of Newington, a nephew Xavier Grayson and a niece Hannah.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Della Vecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. is assisting with arrangements.