Tri-City Herald
Kennewick, Washington
31 January 2012
Shirley Knox was born March 16, 1928, in Dayton, WA. She was the 11th of 12 children born to James and Flossie Agee. She died January 27, 2012, with her children at her side.
Shirley married Blake Knox, a returning World War II hero, the night after her high school graduation and their marriage lasted 63 years, until his death in 2009.
Shirley and Blake started in a little store in Dayton, then bought a farm on the Rosa, where they raised their growing family. For several years Shirley worked as a school bus driver, school lunch cook and secretary to help support the farm while raising the family. When her family was grown, Shirley returned to college and earned her Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree in Psychology. She later worked in the Prosser Schools as a school counselor. Her proudest professional achievement was co-founding the Annie Tran Center for Grief and Loss in Prosser and compassionately serving many families over several years. She was very active in the United Methodist Church in Prosser and in the last few years in Kennewick. Her faith in Christ was central to her life but she was very inclusive in her beliefs and had complete trust in God's grace for every person.
Shirley was the heart of her family. We feel completely blessed to have shared our lives with her and are very grateful for the fullness of her life. She was always so interested in and supportive of all her kids and grandkids. Shirley's zest for life and love of people meant she was always surrounded with friends throughout her life. It didn't hurt that she was so darn much fun. She remained very active until a burst vertebral fracture in November 2011 curtailed her activities and ultimately resulted in her death.
The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to all the compassionate people who cared for her following her injury: The staff at KGH, the Rehabilitation team at Lourdes Hospital, the many faithful caregivers at Riverton Retirement Community, staff at Tri-City Home Health, and especially the team from Hospice at the Chaplaincy, who ensured her comfort and provided such complete support to her and the family. Shirley's last days were filled with many smiles, kisses and good-byes. Even in her final days she radiated joy and was most remarkable.
Shirley was predeceased by her parents, her 11 brothers and sisters, husband Blake, grandson Vince Kandle and daughter-in-law Judy Knox. She is survived by her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren [names of living omitted]. She also leaves many other loving relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Hospice at the Chaplaincy or to Kennewick First United Methodist Church. A memorial service to celebrate Shirleys life will be held Friday, February 3 at 1:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 421 West Kennewick Avenue, Kennewick.
Kennewick, Washington
31 January 2012
Shirley Knox was born March 16, 1928, in Dayton, WA. She was the 11th of 12 children born to James and Flossie Agee. She died January 27, 2012, with her children at her side.
Shirley married Blake Knox, a returning World War II hero, the night after her high school graduation and their marriage lasted 63 years, until his death in 2009.
Shirley and Blake started in a little store in Dayton, then bought a farm on the Rosa, where they raised their growing family. For several years Shirley worked as a school bus driver, school lunch cook and secretary to help support the farm while raising the family. When her family was grown, Shirley returned to college and earned her Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree in Psychology. She later worked in the Prosser Schools as a school counselor. Her proudest professional achievement was co-founding the Annie Tran Center for Grief and Loss in Prosser and compassionately serving many families over several years. She was very active in the United Methodist Church in Prosser and in the last few years in Kennewick. Her faith in Christ was central to her life but she was very inclusive in her beliefs and had complete trust in God's grace for every person.
Shirley was the heart of her family. We feel completely blessed to have shared our lives with her and are very grateful for the fullness of her life. She was always so interested in and supportive of all her kids and grandkids. Shirley's zest for life and love of people meant she was always surrounded with friends throughout her life. It didn't hurt that she was so darn much fun. She remained very active until a burst vertebral fracture in November 2011 curtailed her activities and ultimately resulted in her death.
The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to all the compassionate people who cared for her following her injury: The staff at KGH, the Rehabilitation team at Lourdes Hospital, the many faithful caregivers at Riverton Retirement Community, staff at Tri-City Home Health, and especially the team from Hospice at the Chaplaincy, who ensured her comfort and provided such complete support to her and the family. Shirley's last days were filled with many smiles, kisses and good-byes. Even in her final days she radiated joy and was most remarkable.
Shirley was predeceased by her parents, her 11 brothers and sisters, husband Blake, grandson Vince Kandle and daughter-in-law Judy Knox. She is survived by her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren [names of living omitted]. She also leaves many other loving relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Hospice at the Chaplaincy or to Kennewick First United Methodist Church. A memorial service to celebrate Shirleys life will be held Friday, February 3 at 1:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 421 West Kennewick Avenue, Kennewick.
Tri-City Herald
Kennewick, Washington
31 January 2012
Shirley Knox was born March 16, 1928, in Dayton, WA. She was the 11th of 12 children born to James and Flossie Agee. She died January 27, 2012, with her children at her side.
Shirley married Blake Knox, a returning World War II hero, the night after her high school graduation and their marriage lasted 63 years, until his death in 2009.
Shirley and Blake started in a little store in Dayton, then bought a farm on the Rosa, where they raised their growing family. For several years Shirley worked as a school bus driver, school lunch cook and secretary to help support the farm while raising the family. When her family was grown, Shirley returned to college and earned her Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree in Psychology. She later worked in the Prosser Schools as a school counselor. Her proudest professional achievement was co-founding the Annie Tran Center for Grief and Loss in Prosser and compassionately serving many families over several years. She was very active in the United Methodist Church in Prosser and in the last few years in Kennewick. Her faith in Christ was central to her life but she was very inclusive in her beliefs and had complete trust in God's grace for every person.
Shirley was the heart of her family. We feel completely blessed to have shared our lives with her and are very grateful for the fullness of her life. She was always so interested in and supportive of all her kids and grandkids. Shirley's zest for life and love of people meant she was always surrounded with friends throughout her life. It didn't hurt that she was so darn much fun. She remained very active until a burst vertebral fracture in November 2011 curtailed her activities and ultimately resulted in her death.
The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to all the compassionate people who cared for her following her injury: The staff at KGH, the Rehabilitation team at Lourdes Hospital, the many faithful caregivers at Riverton Retirement Community, staff at Tri-City Home Health, and especially the team from Hospice at the Chaplaincy, who ensured her comfort and provided such complete support to her and the family. Shirley's last days were filled with many smiles, kisses and good-byes. Even in her final days she radiated joy and was most remarkable.
Shirley was predeceased by her parents, her 11 brothers and sisters, husband Blake, grandson Vince Kandle and daughter-in-law Judy Knox. She is survived by her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren [names of living omitted]. She also leaves many other loving relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Hospice at the Chaplaincy or to Kennewick First United Methodist Church. A memorial service to celebrate Shirleys life will be held Friday, February 3 at 1:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 421 West Kennewick Avenue, Kennewick.
Kennewick, Washington
31 January 2012
Shirley Knox was born March 16, 1928, in Dayton, WA. She was the 11th of 12 children born to James and Flossie Agee. She died January 27, 2012, with her children at her side.
Shirley married Blake Knox, a returning World War II hero, the night after her high school graduation and their marriage lasted 63 years, until his death in 2009.
Shirley and Blake started in a little store in Dayton, then bought a farm on the Rosa, where they raised their growing family. For several years Shirley worked as a school bus driver, school lunch cook and secretary to help support the farm while raising the family. When her family was grown, Shirley returned to college and earned her Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree in Psychology. She later worked in the Prosser Schools as a school counselor. Her proudest professional achievement was co-founding the Annie Tran Center for Grief and Loss in Prosser and compassionately serving many families over several years. She was very active in the United Methodist Church in Prosser and in the last few years in Kennewick. Her faith in Christ was central to her life but she was very inclusive in her beliefs and had complete trust in God's grace for every person.
Shirley was the heart of her family. We feel completely blessed to have shared our lives with her and are very grateful for the fullness of her life. She was always so interested in and supportive of all her kids and grandkids. Shirley's zest for life and love of people meant she was always surrounded with friends throughout her life. It didn't hurt that she was so darn much fun. She remained very active until a burst vertebral fracture in November 2011 curtailed her activities and ultimately resulted in her death.
The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to all the compassionate people who cared for her following her injury: The staff at KGH, the Rehabilitation team at Lourdes Hospital, the many faithful caregivers at Riverton Retirement Community, staff at Tri-City Home Health, and especially the team from Hospice at the Chaplaincy, who ensured her comfort and provided such complete support to her and the family. Shirley's last days were filled with many smiles, kisses and good-byes. Even in her final days she radiated joy and was most remarkable.
Shirley was predeceased by her parents, her 11 brothers and sisters, husband Blake, grandson Vince Kandle and daughter-in-law Judy Knox. She is survived by her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren [names of living omitted]. She also leaves many other loving relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Hospice at the Chaplaincy or to Kennewick First United Methodist Church. A memorial service to celebrate Shirleys life will be held Friday, February 3 at 1:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 421 West Kennewick Avenue, Kennewick.
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Fleta Jane Agee Barker
1905–1955
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1906–1946
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1908–1964
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1910–1951
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1912–1979
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1913–1972
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1915–1971
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1919–1971
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1924–1982
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1930–1973
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