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Shirley Knuth Obituary
August 8, 2025
Shirley Ann "Rags" Knuth, age 90, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025 at her home in Bloomington, IL.
A private family graveside service will be held at Park Hill Cemetery in Bloomington, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations to Children's Miracle Network of Peoria, or donations of the donors choice in Shirley's name would be appreciated.
Shirley is survived by her beloved children, Bryan (Debbie) Knuth and Shelley (David) Gould; her grandchildren, Taylor (Danielle) Knuth, and Tyler Knuth; her great-grandchildren: Matthew, Nathan, and William Knuth; and her sister, Patricia Swearingen.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Myron Knuth; her parents, James and Edna Wittmis; and her sisters, Lillian, Emmadean, and Virginia.
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Mary E. Vossler
August 11, 2025
Bryan and Shelley,
Saddened to read of your loss, sat at many sporting events with your parents many years ago.
My condolences to all,
Mary Vossler
Mesa, Arizona.
Tony and Diana
August 11, 2025
A true friend to so many children.
Velma N. Nordine
August 11, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Velma Nordine (George J) and sons: George W, John, and Richaard
Kathy buerkett
August 11, 2025
She was a great neighbor when I was younger and lived in willow creek south
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