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Shirley McKeever Obituary

Shirley D (Antone) McKeever, of Everson, Washington, born on July 25, 1932 in Bellingham, Washington, to the late Louise (Kelly) Antone and the late Harry Antone, passed away at age 86 on September 16, 2018 in Bellingham. Shirley was the beloved wife of the late Gene McCollum. She was preceded in death by her son, Mark McCollum; and sister, Rowena Roberts. Shirley is survived by her son, Scott (Heidi) McCollum; and grandchild, Ian McCollum. Friends and family members may attend the celebration of life service on Saturday, September 29 from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Nooksack Suchanon Community Bldg, 2500 Suchanon Dr, Everson.

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Published by Bellingham Herald on Sep. 25, 2018.

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October 1, 2018

I am truly sorry for the loss of your loved one. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your entire family and friends. Please know that the God of all comfort has loving concern for you at this time, Psalms chapter 147 verse 3. I know you will miss your precious loved one every day, may God give you strength, peace and loving memories during this difficult time. Ann Smith

Lynne Masland

October 1, 2018

I was saddened to read of Shirley's passing. I knew her well when she worked at Western, first at Fairhaven College and later in the Office of University Communications. She was a lovely lady and I'm honored to have known her.

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