Shirley Kendall, 68, of Swannanoa passed away Saturday, July 25, 2015.
Shirley was born December 27, 1946 in Buncombe County. She was a lifelong member of Bee Tree Christian Church, and was a registered nurse for over 40 years. Shirley enjoyed gardening, fishing, cooking, sewing, canning, visiting the lake and Ocean Isle Beach, and spending time with her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Sybil Baker Vess; and stepfather, Harold Vess.
Shirley is survived by her husband, Craven Kendall; sons, Lee Kendall, and Brian Kendall and his wife, Julie; grandchildren, Bryce, Lauren, Harrison, and Davis; siblings, Thomas Crabtree II and Pamela Leigh; and a large extended family.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, July 29, 2015 from 12:00 to 1:00 pm at Bee Tree Christian Church.
A Celebration of Life Service will begin at 1:00 pm at Bee Tree Christian Church with Pastor Mike Siemens officiating.
Burial will follow at 2:00 pm at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery.
Flowers are accepted and appreciated, those desiring to make a memorial contribution in memory of Shirley are encouraged to consider Bee Tree Christian Church, 1185 Bee Tree Road, Swannanoa, NC 28778.
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