Shirley Ann McKinnon
September 25th, 2019
Shirley McKinnon
January 11, 1941 - September 25, 2019
Shirley Ann McKinnon passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at the age of 78 years at Foothills Medical Centre, surrounded by family and friends. Shirley was born January 11, 1941 in Innisfail, AB and was one of five daughters to the late John and Clara Schmick.
Shirley worked as the Cremona School Secretary for 39 years. After she retired she spent much of her time in her beautiful garden and farm yard. Shirley also loved spending time with her grandchildren.
She is lovingly remembered by her son, Matthew (Kristi) McKinnon and her beloved grandchildren, Oliver and Cameron McKinnon. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Ronnie McKinnon, and two sisters, Edna Dolphin and Marge Anderson.
A Memorial Service will be held for Shirley at the Cremona Community Hall on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 1:00 pm. For those wishing to send flowers or memorial gifts, please consider donating to the Cremona/Water Valley Fire Department in Shirley's honour.
Messages:
I was deeply sorrowed to hear of Shirley's passing. She was the real backbone of the school in the many years I worked with her. I don't know of a harder more conscientious worker. She is a loss to the entire educational system of Cremona school
Dear Matthew and family, We were saddened to hear of Shirley's passing. We both have many fond memories of your Mom from our first teaching jobs in Cremona School. She will be missed. Ron and Denise Miller
I am very saddened to hear of the passing of Shirley, my close friend of high school and young adult days. After leaving Carstairs High, we shared an apartment in Calgary. I remember her as a stylish girl with a strong dedication to her work and family and a love for dancing and music. She could jive and polka with the best of them! My sincere sympathy to Matthew and all her family in this sad loss.