Vickie Elizabeth Shirk, 55, of Bellefonte passed away Friday, December 25, 2020, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born June 9, 1965, in Bellevue, WA; she was a daughter of the late Jenson and Paula (Deere) Woods.

Vickie was a beautiful, loving, strong, caring and selfless woman. She enjoyed the outdoors and loved animals, especially her two cats. She always did what she could to provide and make her family and friends happy. She was always positive and strived to keep everyone else in high spirits. Most importantly, she enjoyed spending time with her family. Her children and grandchildren were the most important to her.

She is survived by her three children, Kirstin Richmond of Greenacres, FL, Chad Richmond of Bellefonte and Mitchell Houser of Bellefonte; three granddaughters, Kaela, Kylie, and Khloe. She is also survived by her brother, Michael Woods of TX and her best friend Vicky Kaltenbach, who also stuck by till the end.

She was very strong and fought till the end. We will all love and miss her. She will always be with us and watching over all her family and friends.

All services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Centre County PAWS, 1401 Trout Rd, State College, PA 16801.

An online guestbook may be signed and condolences sent to the family at www.heintzelmanfuneralhome.com