Shirley Matteuzzi Farland, 92, of Derry, NH, passed away Thursday February 4, 2021, at the Cheshire Medical Center, Keene, NH. She was born in Saugus, MA on August 4, 1928, a daughter of the late Stanley M. and Katherine M. (Gerry) Dingle. Shirley and her first husband, Eugene Matteuzzi Jr., operated Matteuzzi Farms in Derry until he passed away in 1999. She also was a school bus driver for several years in Derry. Shirley enjoyed playing scrabble and cards and will be remembered as having a passion for painting.
She is survived by husband of 20 years, Robert E. Farland Sr., one son, John Matteuzzi, five stepchildren, Robert E. Farland, Jr., Loretta Beattie, Kathy Moore, Vicky Cassidy, and Tony Farland, many grandchildren and great grandchildren; one sister, Patricia Crabb, as well as her nieces and nephews. In addition to her first husband, Shirley was also predeceased by one son, Richard Matteuzzi and a stepson Joe Farland.
There are no calling hours. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at 10:00 am in the Forest Hill Cemetery, East Derry, NH. Due to State of NH guidelines, all guests are required to wear masks, minimize contact and maintain social distancing.