Mrs. Shirley Dean Blevins Knipp, age 87, of Olive Hill, Kentucky, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, November 13, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born May 29, 1938, in Grahn, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Dennis and Bella Barker Blevins.
Shirley was a member of the First Baptist Church in Olive Hill and retired from the Carter County Board of Education as a Teacher’s Aide. She enjoyed being with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, shopping with her life-long best friend, Alyce Hammond, and attending church. Shirley was also known for her beloved cream candy which was enjoyed by so many.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Lester Eugene Knipp; their son, Terry Knipp; a granddaughter, Stephanie Knipp; two brothers, Boyd Blevins and James Carmel “Jim” Blevins; as well one sister, Sylvia Blevins Kuemin (Joe Kuemin).
Shirley is survived by her daughter-in-law, Lisa Knipp of Olive Hill, Kentucky; four grandchildren, Brian Lundsten (Danisha), Kayla Bailey (Brett), Shawn Knipp (Hallie), and Amanda Knipp; four great-grandchildren, Zander, Glennon, Ian, and Chloe. Additionally, she is survived by Gabrielle Bond, who she loved and considered her own. She leaves behind many other family members, church family, and friends who will sadly miss her.
Funeral services will be held at 1 pm, Saturday, November 15th, at First Baptist Church in Olive Hill, Kentucky with Brother Roger Cline and Brother Eddie Barker officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Olive Hill, Kentucky.
Friends may visit after 11 am, Saturday, November 15th, until the service hour,at First Baptist Church in Olive Hill, Kentucky.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
Globe Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the family of Shirley Dean Blevins Knipp.
