2505 North Dixie Highway
Fort Lauderdale/Wilton Manors, Florida
Shannon, James Kenneth Jr., 65, of Plantation, passed away Thursday, October 25, 2012. Born February 15, 1947 in Pittsburgh, PA, Jimmy, as he was known as a child, grew up surrounded by family, playing sports, and following his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers. Upon completing college, Jim moved to Fort Lauderdale and found a job as a high school mathematics teacher and football coach. It was there, Nova High School, that he would meet the cheerleading coach and his future wife, Brenda. They wed in 1972 and had two daughters, Amy and Susan. Together, their family would enjoy yearly road trips in their van: no matter the destination, the journey was always the real treat. He and Brenda would remain happily married for forty years, weloming two sons-in--law and five beautiful grandchildren to their family. During those years, Jim became "Honey", "Dad", and "Pap Pap" and was the living example of a devoted husband, a loving father, a proud grandfather, and an overall great man. He ended his two-year battle with cancer on October 25, 2012. Jim is survived by his wife, Brenda; daughters Amy (Jason) Spector and Susan (Fred) Maxik and five grandchildren, Ian, Emily, Dylan, Zachary, and Sam. He will always be a hero to those who knew him best and will last forever in their hearts. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations go to National Lunch Cancer Partnership or Hospice at www.nationallungcancerpartnership.org/donation, or www.vitascharityfunds.org. Arrangements entrusted to Kalis-McIntee Funeral & Cremations Center, Wilton Manors, FL. Online condolences at kalismcintee.com
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I just learned of Jimmy's passing. I am so, so sorry for your loss.
Cousin Jackie
Jack Slemenda
January 2, 2013
Mrs. Shannon,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Returning home from various duty stations was always comforting when both you and Mr. Shannon would greet me from across the street. I still remember the day I was locked out of my house as a child and you both took me in until my parents got home. I am forever grateful for having such wonderful neighbors. God bless.
Benjamin Rodriguez
November 9, 2012
Brenda, I was so sorry to hear about Jim today. He was A wonderful man. May God be with you and your family at this sad time. Love, Anne and Steve Wiedenbeck
November 3, 2012
Brenda,
So sorry to hear about your losing, Jim. I wish there was something I could say, or do, to make this easier for you.
Bobbi Giordano
November 1, 2012
Brenda,
Mendy and I are so sorry about Jim. Know that you and your family are in our prayers. May God comfort you and hold you close.
John Bowen
October 30, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Shannon helped me make my transition from teaching in a "tiny" town in South Carolina to Coconut Creek High school. He was a gentleman, always treating his colleagues and the students with such respect.
Tammy Schoen
October 30, 2012
I was a student and football player for Coach Shannon in the early 1970s at Nova High. He was a devoted teacher and enthusiastic coach, and I regret to hear of his passing. My sincere condolences to his family.
Ralph Megna
October 30, 2012
Brenda, Jim will be missed by so many. He was such a fun person and a good husband and father and a great friend and mentor to me.
Freddi McCouan
October 30, 2012
Our prayer wre with you and your family at this time. Melvern Bowe-Barr
October 30, 2012
Brenda, I am so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathies, I will remember you and your girls in my prayers.
Kathy Martinez
October 30, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Ceci
October 30, 2012
Jim you were a great friend,super Father,Husband and Pap Pap, most of all
you were a fantastic person.
Don & LaVerne Cifra
October 30, 2012
Brenda, Amy & Susan - we are so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy.
Ellie Shapiro
October 30, 2012
Coconut Creek High School will miss you, Jim. Thanks for all you did here at school.
Ken Mylott
October 30, 2012
Brenda we are so sorry for your loss you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Lyn Wright
October 30, 2012
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