Shirley Ann McKnight, 90, of Fayetteville, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026 in Fayetteville. She was born July 16, 1935 in Tulsa, OK.

She was preceded in death by a son, Jim McKnight and a sister, Joan Davis.

Shirley is survived by her husband of 70 years, Odell McKnight of the home; a daughter Cheryl McKnight of Carl Junction, MO; 6 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at 1:00 PM Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel.

Graveside services will follow at 3:30 PM Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at Mt Comfort Cemetery in Fayetteville.