Shirley Bell Dunlap

March 10, 1935 - January 15, 2025

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Obituary for Shirley Bell Dunlap

Shirley Bell Dunlap, of Milton, died Wednesday January 15, 2025.

She was a graduate of Milton High School, Class of 1953, Williams College and Stonier Graduate School of Banking. Shirley began working for First National Bank of Boston as a clerk and retired 38 years later as an Executive Vice President with The Bank of Boston. She volunteered at Milton Public Library, Milton Hospital (where she was a former president of volunteers), Interfaith Social Services, East Congregational Church and was the first woman president of the Newton Rotary Club.

Beloved wife of the late Willard F. Dunlap. She and her husband were world travelers. Shirley is survived by three brothers, Arthur Bell of Marshfield, John Bell of Millis and Richard Bell of Milton and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service at East Congregational Church, 610 Adams Street, Milton, Thursday January 23 at 11:00 am. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester.

Donations in Shirley’s memory may be made to the Dunlap Memorial Fund at East Congregational Church, 610 Adams Street, Milton, MA 02186.

Services

22 Jan

Visiting Hours

02:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Dolan Funeral Homes and Cremation Services - EAST MILTON SQUARE 460 Granite Avenue Milton, MA 02186 Get Directions »
22 Jan

Visiting Hours

06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Dolan Funeral Homes and Cremation Services - EAST MILTON SQUARE 460 Granite Avenue Milton, MA 02186 Get Directions »
23 Jan

Funeral Service

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

East Congregational Church 610 Adams Street Milton, MA 02186 Get Directions »
23 Jan

Burial

12:30 PM - 12:45 PM

Cedar Grove Cemetery 920 Adams Street Dorchester Center, MA 02124 Get Directions »
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  • February 01, 2025

    Liza Bell

    Shirley was my husbands, Erik Bell's aunt. She was always kind and caring to my husband Erik and both our daughters , Cameron and Nicole.. We always looked forward to seeing Shirley and spending time with her . She was adored and loved and will be missed by all. The holidays will never be the same. Cameron, Nicole, and Liza

  • January 25, 2025

    Joanne Ruane Seltzer

    I think of Shirley often when I drive through Milton. She and my Aunt Eileen Ruane were coworkers and friends for so many years. We had tea and the BEST lemon squares at Shirley's house before my aunt passed away. My daughter is still trying to replicate the recipe. I remember Shirley as a spirited woman with strong convictions and a deep love for Willard. May she rest in peace and may happy memories soften your grief.

  • January 22, 2025

    Ani Gaden

    You were an amazing woman Shirley, miss you my Birthday Buddy. Love, Ani

  • January 21, 2025

    Laurie Padula

    We lost our Mom Barbara this past July who had been friends with Shirley since being a young girl in Rainbow. They had a special Rainbow friendship group that followed them throughout their whole lives. After they all got married they rotated to each person's house and hosted their Rainbow group for get togethers. My sister and I have known Shirley since we were born. She was like an Aunt to us. I was able to have a wonderful conversation with Shirley just a few months ago and was able to tell her just that and that we love her. I am so glad I got that chance. Now she and Mom are together again. My deepest condolences to her family.

  • January 19, 2025

    Laura. Walsh

    Shirley. Was the. Sister. I never had! We. Have. Been. Close. For. Many yrs. Since. Our. Time. In. Rainbow. Girls. Starting. When were. 13. In. Our. Later. Years, we. Had. Daily. Conversations—- i. Miss. Her. So. Much.

  • January 19, 2025

    Tina lee

    Shirley was very special to my family, I remember when my mother had the rain bow ladies over for tea ,Shirley was my favorite one there. It was great having Shirley and Willard over for a visit. She will be missed very much.

  • January 18, 2025

    M bradbury

    May she rest in peace, remember her when she was first starting at the bank, and o M Bradbury

  • January 17, 2025

    Valerie Moustakas Williams

    Shirley was very special to me and my family. Long time friend of my mom's. My parents loved visits from Shirley and Willard. Her smile lit up a room she was so kind and loving. She will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to her family.

  • January 17, 2025

    Cathy A. Lewis

    May God comfort your hearts and give you peace. I'm so sorry for your loss.