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Michelle Williams Obituary

WILLIAMS, MICHELLE "SHELLY" - age 40 of Knoxville passed away October 19, 2011 at Parkwest Medical Center. Shelly had a strong Christian faith. She graduated from Karns High School and attended Pellissippi State. Shelly had a strong commitment to saving abused animals for adoption. Shelly is survived by her parents, Larry and Marsha Williams; sister, Terri and husband Scott Beeler; nephews, Michael Ball-Blakely (Christine), Ryan Beeler (Emily), Josh Beeler (Ashley), Chole Beeler and Jaden Beeler; grandparents Roscoe Oxendine (Mary); grandmother, Nadine Leeper; aunt, Sherry Wright (Bill). Friends may call at their convenience Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Service will be held at 8:00 p.m. in Weaver's Chapel. Family and friends will meet 11:45 a.m. Saturday at Lynnhurst Cemetery for a 12 p.m. interment. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Young-Williams Animal Center 3201 Division St., Knoxville, TN. 37919. You are invited to share your condolences and sign Shelly's guestbook on our website www.weaverfuneralservices.com. Arrangements by Weaver Funeral Home.

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Oct. 21 to Oct. 22, 2011.

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Tracy Bazzie

November 16, 2011

I was so sad to hear about Michelle. There's really no words I can say that will comfort you. But I will say My prayers are with you all. I'll always remember Michelle's beautiful smile. I love you all.
Tracy Bazzie & Family

Kelly Peterson

October 25, 2011

Shell~thinking about you today. So happy we got to make so many wonderful memories together. Love you!

Suzette Donovan

October 24, 2011

This is so sad. My husband and I were talking about Terri and Michelle just this past week. Please know that you are in our thoughts and our prayers.

Nancy Dorris

October 22, 2011

Marsha. We just got in from Memphis and I am so sorry to hear about Shelleys death, I would have been at the receiving of friends if we had been in town, This is so sad and I want you to know your are in my prayers. It is kinda like a member of my family that has died. I loved her so. I will talk with you later when things settle down. I will do anything I can for you, you are such a special friend Nancy

The Staff of Weaver Funeral Home

October 22, 2011

With deepest sympathy, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kelly Peterson

October 21, 2011

Shell...where do I start? I love you...I miss you! I feel so bad I never got to say goodbye to you. I wish I could turn back time. I have so many wonderful memories....all of our dinners out...picking at food and eating huge, yummy desserts! Our trips to the mall...shopping till we dropped...then people watching and laughing until we couldn't breathe. Talkling on the phone for hours..sharing all of our hopes and dreams and talking about who we were in lovee with that week :) You never judged me....you would listen as a poured out my heart to you...patiently. I could not ask for a better friend. I am so MAD I never got to tell you goodbye or how blessed I was to have know you in my life. I could go on and on. I will never forget you. You were one of a kind and there will never be another. I love you and I will see you soon~save a seat for me so we can catch up!!!!

Kelly Peterson

October 21, 2011

Shell~where do I start? You were a wonderful friend. I enjoyed our dinners out together. I loved how you would pick at the meal, but eat a big dessert! We loved going to the mall and shopping..picking out shoes and people watching...laughing until we cried. We loved to "cruise" around and talk about life and who we were in love with that week. I could go on and on. Ryan and I took you to get your tattoo and I held your hand...I will never...ever forget you. I wish I could turn back time. I wish I had said goodbye. I love you! I will see you later...save me a seat next to you!!

Stephanie "Reagan" Green

October 21, 2011

It saddens my heart for her to pass so soon. To be so young......it shouldnt be but to know she was a strong christian who had touched so many with her love and passion puts a smile in my heart for I know she will be in heaven singing with the angels. May my love and prayers be with her family and friends all around. Stephanie Green (Karns High class of '89)

Kelly Peterson

October 21, 2011

Shell~where do I start? You were such a wonderful friend to me. I could call you and talk to you about anything...if I was sad you would make me laugh till I couldn't breathe! I loved our many shopping trips, dinners out...people watching...pet store visits. Ryan and I took you to get your tattoo and I held your hand. Your spirit was contagious! I wish we had so much more time together...you left us too soon. I wish I could turn back time. I love you girl!!! Thank you for keeping all my secrets safe and I will be seeing you soon!! XXOO

October 21, 2011

I just loved this beautiful girl! Michelle was such a kind, tenderhearted person. I remember with great fondness all our good times in Beaver Ridge youth group. I loved her beautiful smile! As I read about her earthly death, the song "I Will Rise" popped into my head. No More Sorrow, No More Pain! Remembering her precious family and praying for you all during these tough days.

Missy Carter-Smith

October 21, 2011

I have so many great memories of this wonderful lady they are too many to count. The one that counts the most in this time is the night she called me and said "I got saved and I wanted you to know." I love you Marsha and Family and I am praying for peace and comfort for you at this time.

R Scott Hodges

October 21, 2011

Thank you Shell for being my friend. Thank you for the kindness, sweetness and goodness that you shared with me. Scott, Missie, Jackson and Lilyann Hodges.

October 21, 2011

Michelle had a beautiful heart and spirit. She deeply touched many lives. Thoughts and prayers from Melanie and Scott Barrett, Ethan, Tristan and Vincent.

Michael & Christine Ball-Blakely

October 21, 2011

Shelly will always be with us in our hearts, and our love for her will endure forever. We will never forget her persevering spirit, and her inspiring commitment to animal welfare is an example for us all. Our family will never be the same, but we will cherish her memory, remember the laughter we shared, and treasure the wonderful holidays and other times that we all spent together.

Love and peace always.

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