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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Marie DuChene, age 93, on December 16, 2024, at Meadowview Villa, Petrolia. Shirley was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Born and raised in Sarnia. She married John “Korky” DuChene, in 1958, and he passed in 2019. They built a home in home Corunna where they raised their family. Shirley was a proud mother to Carolyn (Carl) Delmage (Camlachie), Jim DuChene (Windsor), Jeff DuChene (Windsor) Grandmother of Krista (Alan) Delmage, Michael (Sarah) Delmage, Erica (Scott) Johnson, Rachelle DuChene (Keith), Renee DuChene (Jack) each of whom she cherished dearly. Throughout her life, Shirley found great joy in spending time with family and friends. Many of these friendships were formed at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Corunna as well as school friends that continued to gather for card parties throughout their lives. Carolyn wants to express her appreciation to all of the staff at Meadowview Villa, Petrolia, ON for the exceptional care and compassion shown to Mom during her stay for the last 4 years. Carolyn also wants to thanks the family and friends who visited mom during her stay. These visits meant so much to Mom and Carolyn! In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to “Lambton Meadowview Villa Auxiliary – Pond Improvement” (cheques only at the funeral home please). Arrangements entrusted to Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia.