Shirley Elizabeth Kibbee, 79, of Hardwick died peacefully with her family by her side April 2, 2022.

She was born on September 13, 1942 in Albany, VT, the daughter of Douglas and Sylvia Niles. Shirley married John Kibbee on June 9, 1962.  They began their family life in Keene, New Hampshire for a short while before moving back to Vermont to continue raising their children in John's family home.

Shirley worked at various local businesses including: Leriche Egg Farm, Craftsbury General Store and Hannaford's.  Shirley enjoyed spending time with friends and family, especially holiday gatherings with delicious food, festive decorations, and lots of laughter.  Particular joys were her excursions to Circus Smirkus and the Barton Fair with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Shirley is survived by her husband John, her daughters Sandra Cyr (and Guy) of Oakfield, GA, Linda Greene (and Raymond) of Wolcott, Sylvia Cloutier (and Steven) of Eden, and Debra Clifton (and Ray Wells) of Wolcott; her siblings Beverly Nadeau, Virginia Cochran (Carlton), Robert (Irene) Niles, Ronald Niles, and Sandra Gutzmann. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren: Kelly, Kyle, Tyler, Emily, Cole and 3 great-grandchildren: Jesalyn, Hayden and Taylyn and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her son John Jr., siblings Reginald Niles and Gloria Stevens and son-in-law Glenn Clifton.

A memorial service will be held April 20, 2022 at 1 pm at the Curtis-Britch-Davis & Bouffard Funeral Home, 1321 North Craftsbury Rd, Craftsbury Common, VT. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers donations in Shirley's memory may be made to the Lamoille Area Cancer Network, PO Box 828, Morristown, VT  05661.  A Special Thanks to the Staff at Copley Hospital. On-line condolences at curtis-britch.com.  Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch-Davis & Bouffard Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Craftsbury Common, VT.