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Claudia Beck Shaughnessy
SPRINGFIELD - Claudia Beck Shaughnessy, 51, of Springfield, passed away at 6:45 am, Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis after a lengthy, courageous battle with leukemia. She was born April 26, 1959 in Litchfield, IL to Clarence V. Beck, Jr. and Martha C. Smith. She was the much loved wife of Steve Shaughnessy who she married on March 31, 2001. Also surviving is her dearly loved son; Connor, her mother Martha C. Smith of Hawkinsville, GA; mother-in-law and father-in-law Mike and Marilyn Shaughnessy of Springfield; her sisters; Nancy Beck (Companion; Rick Norton) of Altamonte Springs, FL; Kate Beck-Korst (husband; Rick Korst) of Western Springs, IL and Constance Beck (husband; Terry Manchester) of Los Gatos, CA; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Susan and Eric Gothberg of Elk Grove, CA and Michael and Chris Shaughnessy of Springfield. She was a devoted aunt to her nieces and nephews Charles and Mary Manchester, Katie and Chloe Korst and Jack and Sam Gothberg.
Claudia was a graduate of Greenfield High School in 1977. She loved being a mom to Connor and watching her husband and son race cars. She enjoyed traveling in the motor home and cruising with family throughout the years. She has been a resident of Springfield since 1978. She began as teller and worked for 30 years for National City Bank/PNC her last position was a Project Manager in Retail Services.
Visitation will be from 4-7 pm, Monday, September 20, 2010 at Staab Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 10 am, Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at Staab Funeral Home, with Vaughn Beeman officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Springfield, IL Park District Fun Shop or Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Claudia Shaughnessy
Sharon Entwistle
September 13, 2023
Dearest Claudia ... You will always be in my heart. We had a wonderful connection through Funshop - you, Steve & Connor. We know you are watching Connor from above. Your spirit continues to shine brightly. We love you and someday ... we will see you again on the other side! I believe in eternal life! Love, Sharon Entwistle
Margaret Garrety
September 12, 2022
I still remember my friend. I am sure Connor is now a fine boy
Margaret Garrety
September 12, 2020
We talked every day and you always saw that I got gifts for my efforts at work. Claudia your kindness will be in my thoughts of you.
SKEETER AND CLAUDIA WAYNE
September 25, 2010
STEVE AND CONNER,OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU DURING THE LOSS OF CLAUDIA. IT'S ALWAYS SPECIAL TO SEE YOU AT THE RACES.WE ARE SO SORRY.
Crystal, Richie, Austin, Anthony, Alex Hilmes
September 23, 2010
Steve and Conner,
Sorry to hear of your loss. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Denise Hammons
September 23, 2010
So sorry, to hear about your loss. May your days be filled with wonderful memories to share with your son. May God continue to be your strength.
September 22, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time. May God give you the strength your family needs to get through this time.
The Robertson Family
Clark, Christine, Conner
Amanda Walker
September 22, 2010
Steve and Conner,
I am so sorry to hear about Claudia's passing. I thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find strength and comfort with in eachother. If you need anything please let us know.
Love,
The Walker Family
Jeremy, Amanda, Jhett, Jhadyn, Jhia, Jhak, & Jhude
Kathy, Mike, Amy & Drew Hullmann
September 22, 2010
Steve and Conner,
Our prayers are with you both at this heartbreaking time. Words cannot express the shock and sadness I felt when I saw you at the Eagles Club yesterday for Claudia's Celebration of Life Luncheon. Looking back, I think God rained out the races for a reason Sunday. Tell Connor that his Mom will always be with him.
Kirby Ballard
September 21, 2010
I give you my deepest condolences for your loss. I always enjoyed her humor and friendship in high school. I offer my prayers of comfort to her family.
September 20, 2010
Our Deepest Condolences from your friends at George Alarm Company, Inc. Springfield, IL.
Jeffrey & Ashleigh Watson
September 20, 2010
Steve,
I am so sorry to hear of Claudia's passing. Everytime I seen her she was always smilling. I know she will be sadly missed by a lot of people. I am sorry I will not be able to make the visitation, but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Selma Ebcioglu
September 20, 2010
Steve and Conner, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We met Claudia during our ski trips together, but got to know her more through her loving sister, Kate. So I know that Claudia will be loved and cherished forever. May all the good memories console you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Selma Ebcioglu and Nermin Ebcioglu
September 20, 2010
Steve and Connor,
We are so saddened to hear of Claudia's passing. If you need anything, please feel free to lean on us. We have help for you in anything you need. Our prayers are for all of you.
~ Frank & Alyson Hughes family ~
September 20, 2010
Steve and Connor, We send our deepest condolences. Nothing can soften the pain of losing someone you love so much. You have had to suddenly say good-bye and Claudia's absence is sure to create a huge void in your hearts. We have fond memories of Claudia's friendly, kind, out-going personality and big smile! She will be greatly missed and always remembered.
Don Lowe
September 19, 2010
Steve & Conner
My thoughts and prayers are with and will always remember Claudia's smile and the love that she brought to everyone she knew and the lives that she touched.
Don Lowe Springfield
Nick Sisti
September 18, 2010
Steve, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. Just know my thoughts are with you at this time.
September 18, 2010
My heart is very saddened to hear about Claudia. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very difficult time. God Bless
Rhonda Johnson-Hmielak
September 18, 2010
Steve,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. Claudia and I worked together at INB Bank (downtown at the time) for thirteen years. I pray that God gives you and Connor strength and comfort. Remember always to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord and I believe Claudia is there. May God's light continue to shine upon you and your family .
Connie T Woods
September 18, 2010
Steve and Connor,
My prayers are with you. I will always remember Claudia as my special pen pal. I am only sorry we did not get the chance to meet in person. I know God will watch over you during this painful time.
Margaret Garrety
September 18, 2010
Steve and Connor,
I am praying for both of you during this painful time. I will always remember Claudia as my special pen pal. I am sorry she and I did not get the chance to meet in person. God will watch over you through these rough times.
Margaret Garrety
Leslie Krebs
September 18, 2010
Oh, Steve and Connor and fam: My heart goes out to you.
Jennifer Lokaitis
September 18, 2010
Steve,
I'm so sorry for the loss of Claudia. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers all week. You always know where to find me...
Cherie Pribble-Gurley
September 18, 2010
Steve, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife, and Connor, your mother. I will keep your families in my prayers. With God's strength, Love and Light..
Bob Dowell
September 18, 2010
Steve, Connor, and family- I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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