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Lillian R.

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June 13, 1925 – February 5, 2011

Obituary

No. Attleboro, MA/Worcester, VT Lillian Rita Gourlay, 85, a long-time resident of East Street, No. Attleboro, MA, died on Saturday, February 5, 2011. She was born in No. Attleboro, MA, on June 13, 1925, the daughter of George and Lillian (Boule') Flanagan. She attended schools in Norton and No. Attleboro, MA graduating from No. Attleboro High School. In 1947, she married Charles Hebert Gourlay of Attleboro Falls, MA. They later divorced. In 1966, she began working for Pylon Company in Attleboro, MA. In the mid-80's Pylon was purchased by Augat and later the plant moved to Cape Cod. She continued with her job traveling 70 miles each way. Everett Charles bought Augat and moved the business to Warwick, RI. She remained in her position for 40 years, and after a remarkable 9065 consecutive days of work, Lillian retired in 2003 at the age of 78. She worked for the Norton Bleachery before her marriage and was a former Miss Chartley. Lillian generously dedicated time to her family and many friends as well as to Camp Shady Pines, the No. Attleboro Twirlettes, the Degree of Pocahontas, and the McKeon School of Dance. She attended Grace Episcopal Church. Survivors include her three daughters; Lynn D. Danahy and husband Jack of The Villages, FL; Norma J. Lang and husband Steve of Worcester, VT; Judith E. Lang and husband Tom of Worcester, VT; six grandchildren, seven step-grandchildren and their families including 9 great grandchildren and 15 step-great grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Carolyn Flanagan, and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life will be held in No. Attleboro in the Spring. A notice will be published announcing the date of the service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her name to the Ruth Rhind Recreational Area, mailing address at 43 South Washington St. No Attleboro, MA 02760 Those wishing to express online condolences may do so at www.guareandsons.com.
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