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.
I am so sorry for your loss. She was a special lady!
I am so sorry for your loss. Shirley was kind of a second mother to me back in the day! She was special and thankful to have known her. My heart goes out to you all!
My heart aches for the sorrow you bear, the heavy price for a life well lived and well loved. I’m sorry I missed her services. I would have been blessed to honor her life. Praying for comfort
So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.