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Shirley Dianne Knox
Zanesville - Shirley Dianne Knox, 59, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving husband, children and siblings on Wednesday, November 14th, 2018 at the James Cancer Hospital. She was born October 4th, 1959 in Muskingum County, daughter of the late Richard and Irene (Huffman) Dillon. Shirley was born and raised in the Zanesville area. She graduated from Bishop Rosecrans High School and earned her master's degree in education at Muskingum College. Shirley worked for Zanesville City Schools as a 2nd grade teacher. She was a faithful member of Saint Nicholas Catholic Church. Over the years she belonged to various organizations including her sorority Delta Kappa Gamma and the Knights of Columbus. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family and friends. In addition to her devoted husband, Daniel, of 36 years, she is survived by her three children whom she dearly loved: Andrea (Jon) Arnold, Kolby (Danielle Barry) Knox, and Stephen (Sarah) Knox. She was blessed with three wonderful grandchildren: Graham, Ava Irene, and Owen Arnold. Shirley is survived by her three siblings: Jack (Sue Palmer) Dillon, Marianne (Loren) Bates, and Steve (Judy Tolley) Dillon. Also, surviving is her father-in law, Jimmie Sands (Twyla Townsend), brother-in-law David (Nancy) Sands, and sister-in-law Sheri Cooley. She was a very special aunt to her many nieces and nephews: Matt Dillon, Brad (Rachel Martin) Dillon, Trent (Jamie) Dillon, Ryan (Jodie) Bates, Katie (Ryan) LaFleur, Jordan (Jordyn Hendershot) Dillon, Jamie (Brooke) Sands, Sadie (Jason) Stutes, Amber (Krae) Merryman along with her great nieces and nephews: Harper and Piper Dillon; Aubree, Oakie, and Ivy Bates; Finn LaFleur; Bailey, Blake, and Sophie Sands; Kyle and Anna Stutes; Karter Merryman. She also had many family members, friends, and neighbors that were very close to her heart.Shirley was preceded in death in addition to her parents by her mother-in-law, Donna Sands. The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday, November 16th, 2018 at Bryan & Hardwick Funeral Home, 2318 Maple Avenue, where a Christian Vigil will be held at 7:45 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 17th, 2018 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, 925 East Main Street, Zanesville with Fr. Martin Ralko as celebrant. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or to St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Shirley's name. The Bryan & Hardwick Funeral Home, 2318 Maple Ave. Zanesville is in charge of the arrangements. To share memories and condolences with Shirley's family please visit www.BryanHardwickFH.com.
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My heart is breaking for your family. I know how very much she cared for everyone. Hugs to all of you. Her mother was such a joy to know and she talked about how proud she was of all her family. Shirley will be deeply missed by many. My sincerest prayers to you.
Jaci Paynter
November 18, 2018
Marianne & family,
I am extending my deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved, beautiful sister. May you feel comfort & love during this most difficult time. love & hugs to you my friend.
Andrea Mattingly
November 16, 2018
Dan, Andrea, Colby, Steven and the entire Knox and Dillon families - our hearts are with you. There are no words to ease the loss of Shirley. She was a ray of sunshine and so very beautiful inside and out. I cherish the many memories of our times together. Please know that you are all in our prayers.
Maura
Maura Manger
November 16, 2018
Gene Carson
November 16, 2018
Did not know Shirley, but I knew her husband, dan. He was my boss when I drove truck for Roseville motor express. I also knew her brother Steve real well. Steve was my boss at falls township highway dept, but was also a good friend! My sister Becky Martin was a very close friend with Shirley. May GOD be with your entire family in your time of need, and may he wrap HIS loving arms around all of you!!
Randy Clark
November 16, 2018
Allen Gilliland
November 16, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Shirley was a wonderful lady and is now at peace and whole again.
Love to All!
'Theresa Kanavel'
November 16, 2018
Sincere condolences to the family
John Chmura
November 15, 2018
May your memories be a great source of comfort to you all...
Sincerely,
Mike and Tam Schuster
November 15, 2018
a loved one
November 15, 2018
KARL CRUM
November 15, 2018
So very sorry to hear of the loss of Shirley. She was a beautiful person and wonderful teacher. She will be greatly missed. Our Thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
Todd, Johanna, Killian, and Mackenzie Riley
November 15, 2018
We are sending our love and heart felt sympathy to all of Shirley's family. May you cherish the loving memories of her life. She was an angel on earth and now in heaven.
Lonnie & Connie
Connie Wilson-Moore
November 15, 2018
Dan and family,
Thoughts and Prayers for you and the family thru these difficult times. Thinking of each and every one of you.
Prayers
Randi, Cindy, Lanae, Mindy McInturf
November 15, 2018
Dan, you and your family are in my prayers.
Diane Betcher (from Freight Aides)
November 14, 2018
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