Kathryn Flanagan Shirah
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Kathryn Flanagan Shirah was born September 25,1942 in Phenix City, Alabama. She was the middle child of three, growing up alongside older sister Annette and younger brother Jimmy.
She is survived by her husband, Clifford Houston "Sam" Shirah, her daughter Beth Morrison (Brad), her son Scott Shirah (Marci), her grandchildren Jonathan Karastury (Sydney), Lindsay Arroyo (DJ), Hunter Morrison (Raleigh), Caden Shirah, Peyton Morrison, great grandchild River Karastury, her brother James "Jimmy" Flanagan and many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister Annette Flanagan Strickland.
Kathryn (Kathy) worked as an accountant at Hughston Clinic for over 15 years and was the office manager at Columbus Fashions before that. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a very loving and giving person, always doing for others. She was a member of Upatoi Baptist Church and loved her church family. Kathryn will be greatly missed as she leaves behind so many wonderful memories in the minds and hearts of her family and friends.
A Celebration of Life is being held at Upatoi Baptist Church 13400 Macon Road, Upatoi, Georgia 31829 on September 6th at 11:00 am. Family and friends are welcome.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Upatoi Baptist Church.
Georgia Cremation-Columbus is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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