Shirley Salsbury Swisshelm sadly passed away on Sunday March 17th. She passed peacefully at home early in the morning from complications with Parkinson’s disease. Shirley, of Knoxville TN was 86 years old. Shirley was born September 25th 1937 in St. Petersburg FL. Faith was important to Shirley. For as long as she was able, she was an active member of Evangel Temple Church in South Knoxville where she served as a nursery assistant, Sunday school teacher, and sang in the choir.
Shirley is preceded in death by her parents, her sister, three of her brothers, and her daughter-in-law. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years Ronald, her older brother Gerry, two sons Nathan and David (Jenna), and four grandchildren Jakob, Raylan, Nora, Lucy.
Shirley will be fondly remembered for her warm smile and caring nature.
A receiving of friends will be Saturday March 23rd from 1pm to 4pm at Berry Highland West.