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Terrence Shannon Obituary


Terrence J. Shannon, 59, of Spring Twp. passed away February 12, 2014 in his residence.

He was the spouse of James A. Dreibelbis.

Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Bernard H. Shannon and Arlene A. (Moyer) Shannon of Alsace Twp.

Terry graduated from Oley High School in 1972 and also Penn State University in 1974 with a business degree. He then went on to graduate in 1975 from American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service, New York City, NY. He served as an apprentice with Robert E. Bean in 1976 and received his Pennsylvania Funeral Director's license in 1977. He was employed at Bean Funeral Homes for 41 years, where he was a funeral director and also supervisor of the Sinking Spring location, retiring in December 2013.

His memberships included Travelers Protective Association of America and Washington Camp #68, Patriotic Order Sons of America and past president of the Lions Club of Reading.

Surviving in addition to his spouse, James, are his mother Arlene A. Shannon, Alsace Twp., sister, Patricia A. Shannon, Alsace Twp.; brother, Patrick H. Shannon, husband of Michelle Shannon, Laureldale; brother, Jeffrey M. Shannon, Reading and his loyal Yorkie companion Bentley.

Some of the many things Terry enjoyed were times spent in Rehoboth, DE, boating on the bay and especially traveling all over the world.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Terry's memory to Animal Rescue League: P.O. Box 69, Mohnton, PA 19540.

A Celebration of Life service will be Monday, February 17, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes, 3825 Penn Ave., Sinking Spring, certified celebrant Marie L. Sipler officiating. Family will receive friends Sunday 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Monday 10:00-11:00 a.m. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Bean Funeral Homes, Sinking Spring is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.

Published by Reading Eagle from Feb. 14 to Feb. 15, 2014.
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I remember Terry from school. He always wanted to be a funeral director & he fulfilled his dream. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

Anna Mae (Hoffert) Blankenbiller

March 10, 2014

Jamie, so sorry to hear this. Always liked running into you guys either in Berks or Long Neck! RIP Terry!!!

February 18, 2014

Terry was my preceptor in 1993 when I was an intern at Bean Funeral Home. I learned an incredible amount about funeral service from Terry and it is a loss to the families in Berks County that he is no longer serving them. Many blessings to Jamie and all of Terry's family.

Jeanette Rosiek

February 17, 2014

So very sorry, Jim! Terry was a wonderful man and I know you will miss him dreadfully. My deepest sympathy. Sherry

February 17, 2014

Mr. Shannon was very kind to my family and me when my dad and husband passed away. years later when I saw him he remembered me and assisted me.
Sandra Griswold

February 16, 2014

im so sorry Jamie!!! I really liked Terry a lot..he was always so kind to me..so so sorry love and blessing donna(farina) lotz

February 16, 2014

Jim,
So sorry for your loss.
The Wargo's

Karen Wargo

February 15, 2014

My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time.
Graduated with Terry from high school.

Patricia Zweizig

February 15, 2014

You were a very nice man, and very good at your job. You were very helpful and caring several times when we needed it.Rip dENISE

February 15, 2014

Jim, so sorry to hear of Terry's passing. My thought and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace.

Debbie DiGirolamo

February 15, 2014

RIP old Nabor/classmate God Bless!

James Heffelfinger

February 15, 2014

Jamie I will always remember working with Terry and how kind he was to invite me to the shore and help me with items for my first home i bought. Im lucky to have known him and will remember his kind actions all my life.

Mark Hummel

February 14, 2014

Jamie, Jeff, and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Terry was a truly nice man, and I'll remember him always.

Jaime Schweitzer

February 14, 2014

Jamie, I was saddened to read of Terry' s passing..My deepest condolences to you.. May many good memories help you through this difficult time..May Terry rest in peace. He was a special person and will be missed..

lucille tirdell

February 14, 2014

So sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Peggy Unger

February 14, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Cynthia Hale-Newcomb

February 14, 2014

On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Fairview Cemetery of Shillington may I express our heartfelt condolences to those who loved Terry. In my thirty years of working with Terry as the Cemetery representative I always considered him the consumate professional. His sense of humor blended with his care and concern for the families will be sadly missed. Glenn Heckman, Treasurer

February 14, 2014

I am shocked & saddened to read of Terry's passing. He was wonderful to me & my family during very sad times in our lives. My thoughts & prayers are with all those who loved Terry.

Marilyn Feick

February 14, 2014

Terry, It is to bad you wont read this but we met in college at Penn State and remained frinds all the way through. You tokk care of my Mother, through the difficult matters that surrounded her death, You handled that issue with the most professional matter. I want your family to know that you were a true professional and a person I could rely on! God Speed and someday I will see you again

Joe Sabol

February 14, 2014

Terry was a gentle soul who will be missed by all who were blessed to know him.

Rick Zelnick

February 14, 2014

So sorry for your great loss. May he rest in peace.

Larry Mullen

February 14, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

DAVE GREELY

February 14, 2014

TO THE FAMILY OF TERRENCE SHANNON I SEND MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES. DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME OF MOURNING I ENCOURAGE YOU TO DRAW CLOSE TO GOD AND HE WILL DRAW CLOSE TO YOU AND COMFORT YOU.

SINCERELY,
MS CARRUTH/123

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