Honeoye: At age 95, Shirley passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 with her family by her side for a final sweet moment of Thanksgiving. She was born in Detroit, MI to the late William and Della Loud. In her teens they moved briefly to the Boston, MA area. Shirley was a graduate of the University Liggett School in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan. She attended the University of Michigan briefly before pursuing her credentials as an orthoptic technician. She was working in this field when she was introduced to John A. (Jack) Kuecken, whom she married in 1950. She followed John to Syracuse, NY, later Cincinnati, OH, and eventually to Rochester, NY. They have three daughters, seven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Shirley and Jack celebrated 61 years of marriage before his passing in 2011.
Interment will be held privately at the family’s convenience. Please consider a donation in her memory to: Guiding Eyes for the Blind, 611 Granite Springs Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.
So sorry to hear about Shirley’s passing. Bill Kimbell, Dad (Denis Garrod) and now Shirley – all passed away so close in time to each other. The three couples had many special times together. I am so sorry for your loss. Ruth (Denis’ oldest daughter)
We are all saddened by your Mom’s passing. What a family history we have together. North Syracuse, Otisco Lake, New Smyrna Beach…and many, many happy occasions in many places over the years. Our four parents were each other’s best friends for nearly seventy years. And are now back together for eternity. Our prayers for Aunt Shirley and all her family.
Shirley was always a bright light! Her smile radiated such love and peace. We will miss her in New Smyrna Beach and at St. Peter the Fisherman Church. Praying for the entire family.
So Sorry for your Loss