Shirleena Mae Merritt's Obituary
Shirleena Mae Merritt, age 72 of Millsboro, DE, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 29, 2021. She was born on November 5, 1948, in Lewes, DE, daughter of the late Roy Williams, Sr. and Violet (Bowden) Farley.
Mrs. Merritt worked for 28 years as a paraprofessional through the Cape Henlopen School District.
In addition to her parents, Shirleena was preceded in death by her husband, William Merritt. She is survived by her daughters: Tammy Ray of Georgetown, DE and Leslie Merritt of Millsboro, DE, and grandson, James Merritt who was the light of her life. Also, a brother, Roy Williams, Jr. of Arizona, a sister, Julia Strickland of Florida, as well as many extended family.
All services will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Shirleena's name may be made to the Autism Society of Delaware, 17517 Nassau Commons Blvd., Unit 1, Lewes, DE 19958
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