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Jamie Allen Shaughnessy November 20, 1982 - August 8, 2008 Norwich - Jamie Allen Shaughnessy 25, of Union St. passed away in his sleep Friday, August 8, 2008, at his home after an eleven month fight with illness. He was born on November 20, 1982 in Monrovia, Liberia son of Kevin and Famatta (Kollie) Shaughnessy of Norwich. Jamie was a student entering his fifth year of a six year degree at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy in Boston, he was a graduate of Norwich Free Academy class of 2001 and played football at NFA. Jamie loved food, friends and family, education was very important to him and he enjoyed being in Boston. He was a communicant of St. Patrick's Cathedral in Norwich. In addition to his parents Jamie is survived by his maternal grandmother Matu Kamara of Monrovia, Liberia, his paternal grandmother Margaret Shaughnessy, one brother Matthew Shaughnessy of Madison, Wisconsin, numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. He predeceased by his maternal grandfather Allen B. Kolli and his paternal grandfather James W. Shaughnessy Jr.. The funeral will assemble on Wednesday at 9AM at the Cummings - Gagne Funeral Home 82 Cliff Street Norwich, CT and proceed to a 10AM Mass of Christian Burial at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery in Norwich. Calling hours are at the funeral home on Tuesday from 7 to 9PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Jamie Shaughnessy Scholarship Fund C/O Bank of America 71 Town St. Norwich, CT 06360. Condolences may be sent to www.cummings-gagnefh.com

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Published by Norwich Bulletin on Aug. 10, 2008.

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LaSharae Rock

August 14, 2008

Jamie was one of the coolest guys in our class. We had some great moments at NFA. The Shaughnessy family, are in my thoughts and prayers. R.I.P

Kenny Jones

August 14, 2008

To The Shaughnessy Family. My family and I are very sorry for your loss and send I condolences. All our love and support goes out to the Shaughnessy family.

Nadine, Alex & Chayne Hellwig

August 14, 2008

Dear Mr. Shaughnessy and family,
We send our sympathy and prayers for all of you at this time. We are so sorry for your loss.

Mary, Charlie & Chaz Pratt

August 13, 2008

To the Shaughnessy Family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.

Carissa Murray

August 13, 2008

Dear Mr. Shaughnessy and family,

My family and I were so sad to hear about the loss of your son, Jamie. You always spoke so highly of your family in class, and I know that Jamie knew how very much he was loved and how proud you were of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I hope you know that you forever touched my life as a teacher, and your son was truly blessed to have you as a father.

Love,
Carissa, Ashley and the Murray family

Julianna Kula

August 12, 2008

To the Shaughnessy Family, I went to MCP with Jamie. He was always so laid back and easy going. So easy to get along with and so good natured. I'm originally from Iowa (graduated from Univ. of Iowa) and when Matt was being recruited for football Jamie would tell me all about Matt's recruiting. Since Matt started playing football for Wisconsin, Jamie and I have spent many hours discussing the teams' seasons, and supporting one another's teams, except when they played each other :) Each year when Iowa plays Wisconsin my thoughts will go out to Jamie and the rest of his family. He was an awesome guy, an amazing friend, and I will never forget that contagious smile! Please accept my deepest sympathies. Jamie won't ever be forgotten! Matt...good luck this season!!!

Marilyn L. Goodman

August 12, 2008

Dear Famatta, Kevin, Matt, Peg and Family,
While there are truly no words that can take away your pain at this time, I can only hope that in time all these beautiful words that were written by those who love you and Jamie will help in some small way. You can see that you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many, as you are in mine. Marilyn

helen semczyszyn

August 12, 2008

To the shaughnessy family,
we are so sorry for your loss, Please except our deepest sympathy. We did not know James, But we can feel your loss, You will be in our prayers and God will help you get through all of this in your time of grief. So Sorry.

Sincerely,
Helen Semczyszyn
Michelle Henneforth

heather adamec

August 12, 2008

Jamie was an amazing person, my cousin Josh Adamec was best friends with him so I got the chance to get to know him . He is a wonderful person but now is not time of grief but of celebration of his life.Jamie would want all of us to remember the good times not the bad. My prays go out to all his family and friends

Ellie & Bill Newell

August 12, 2008

Our very deepest sympathy to the entire Shaughnessy family- Jamie was our son's (Neil Thurlow) first roommate when they started at MCPHS several years ago. He was always so cheerful and polite to us whenever we called or visited. Neil often commented on his wonderful quality of listening as a friend to solve problems or situations. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Erin Harwood

August 12, 2008

I also graduated with Jamie in 2001. I am so sorry for your loss. He was always very entertaining in class and had an amazing knack at making people laugh. His bright smile will always be remembered.

Nicole Kelsey

August 11, 2008

Mr. Shaughnessy & Family We are very sorry for your loss. My daughter Taylor Kelsey is a current student of Mr. Shaughnessy, whom she is very fond of. She would like me to convey her deepest sympathies.

stephanie courchesne

August 11, 2008

Prayers are with you and your family <3

Todd Labbe

August 11, 2008

I played football with Jaime at NFA and graduated with him in 2001. Jaime had the God-given ability to make anyone laugh and smile. He was a genuinely good and kind person and he will be missed. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Shirley/Tony Caputo

August 11, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lindy Bellerue

August 11, 2008

Famatta and Kevin,
I am so very sorry you lost your dear Jamie. All of us at CVH grieve with you and your family, you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.

Megan Turley

August 10, 2008

To Mr. & Mrs. Shaughnessy,
I'm sorry to hear about your son. I remember you talking about him a lot during class. My deepest sympathies during your time of loss.

ANN LINDQUIST

August 10, 2008

Peggy, I am so sorry to hear about your grandson Please explain to Kevin and his family who I am and how sorry I am. Ann Lindquist

William Vachon

August 10, 2008

My most sincere condolences to Kevin and his family. While I did not know Jamie, I did grow up with Kevin and I have to believe that his son was as good a person as his father is.

Mary Beth Malchman

August 10, 2008

Jaime and I also graduated from NFA in 2001. He was a fun, and caring individual. He always knew how to make someone laugh and feel better if something was wrong with their day. I will deeply miss him it is never easy to lose someone but know that he is another angel looking over and watching after us. He will always carry a special place in our hearts and will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.

Joe Ruffo

August 10, 2008

Jamie and I graduated NFA in 2001. I know I am not the only person to mention that he was a very close friend. I am proud to have been a part of Jamie's short-lived life. Jamie will be missed very much. He was a bright, fun-loving individual. Everyone that was a part of Jamie's life will carry on with warm memories of him in their hearts. This is a very difficult and frustrating time for all of us. My deepest sympathy goes out to his loved ones. May he rest in peace.

Love, Joe

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