"Shirley was the sweetest lady I ever worked with at Kmart!!! Never heard complaints from Shirley; just sweet, kind words. She was a gem! So sorry for your loss!!!"
In loving memory of
Shirley Rockhold
March 24, 1925 - October 7, 2019
Shirley J. Rockhold
Canton - Shirley J. Rockhold, 94, of Canton, passed away Monday, October 7, 2019 at Renaissance Care Center in Canton.
She was born on March 24, 1925 in Canton to Donald and Rosa (Schuck) Elliott.
She married Robert Rockhold on April 7, 1945 in Canton. He preceded her in death on January 17, 1991.
Surviving are two children, Bob (Toni) Rockhold of Canton, Vinnie (the late Dan) Cufaude of Canton, one brother, Donald (Marigenne) Elliott, seven grandchildren, Don Sprague, Brandi (Robert) Morris, Jason (Rachael) Rockhold, Nicholas (Kayla Kinne) Rockhold, David (Lisa Ashby) Cufaude, Denise Hyman, Darren (Angie) Cufaude and eleven great grandchildren, Emma, Addison, Rylynn, Alex, Brady, Zachery, Andrew, Jacob, Sam, Madison and Hunter.
Shirley was a member of the First Christian Church in Canton. She enjoyed golfing, bowling, the Bears and was a big Tiger Woods fan. She was an avid Chicago Cubs fan and enjoyed watching every game.
Most of all, she lived her life to the fullest and loved her family and friends.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2019, at 10 am, at the First Christian Church in Canton with a visitation one hour prior at the church. Burial will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to her church or to Renaissance Care Center in Canton.
To leave online condolences, or to view Shirley's video tribute, please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"With deepest regrets I missed her visitation. Bob, Vinnie, Toni, Don and Brandi, Jason & Nick, I wish you all my greatest sympathy for your loss of this lovely lady. She was always a treat to be around. I will miss her beautiful smile and giving her hugs at Kroger and Walgreens. "
"Shirley was a beautiful sweet lady that I loved seeing every Sunday at church. One morning I was sitting where I always do with my wife and I felt someone kiss me on top of the head as I turned there was Shirley with that beautiful smile and she said good morning sweetie. I just loved her! Vinnie and Bob she will be missed by many, so sorry for your loss."
"Shirley was a bright light for so many while she worked at Kmart. I remember her leaving at night with her hand tucked into the arm of one of the young men that worked there. They thought they were helping her, but she was giving them words of encouragement and the knowledge that someone cared for them. She will always be one of my favorite Kmart family members."
"Shirley was compassionate and friendly neighbor. She said keeping active kept her young. I will miss her."
"Vinnie and Bob, She was a sweet lady."
"We were so sorry to hear about your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."
"So sorry to lose a great friend. Shirley you were such a wonderful person both inside and out. I will miss your smiling face. Jeane Ossman"
"Sorry for the loss of your Mother. She was a classy lady, will miss seeing her at CFR"
"Sorry for you loss Vinnie. Prayers!"
"So sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful person. Prayers to the family "
"So very sorry for your loss. No matter how old we get, it's always difficult losing a parent. Your Mother was a classy lady. She will be missed. My sympathy Marcie (Shumaker) Myers"