Shirley Frances Isbister

WINDSOR – Shirley Frances Isbister, 87, of Windsor, died Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, at her home.

She was born in Augusta, on Oct. 31, 1936, the daughter of Henry and Lillian (Scates) Kittridge.

Shirley grew up in Augusta and graduated from Cony High School. She met the love of her life William Isbister and they married in 1983.

She was an avid sewer, including making wonderful Barbie Doll clothing. She also enjoyed crafts, playing board games, word searches, puzzles, reading and going to the movies. Shirley was wonderful cook and enjoyed spending time with family. She was a proud member of the North Windsor Baptist Church.

She was predeceased by her parents; husband William Isbister; brother Walter Kittridge, and sister Ruth Poulin.

Shirley is survived by her four children Cheryl Isbister and husband William, Warren Joslyn and wife Stephaine, Wayne Joslyn, and Bryan Joslyn Sr. and wife Terri; four stepchildren; a sister Charlotte Baker; 17 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visiting hours will be held Wednesday, December 27, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner. Burial in Dyer Hill Cemetery, Windsor, will be held in the spring.

Condolences, memories and photos may be shared with the family at http://www.staplesfuneralhome.com.