Christopher Shanahan

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome...

Connie, Nick & Steph,
We are so sorry for your loss. Chris was a great guy and will be missed. May your memories and God's love help you through this difficult time.

Love and Prayers,

To My Sister,
We've been through a lot these past few weeks, but together we've found the strength to get us through. The overwhelming support and help from Tim and Robin ~ I don't know how we would have made it through our rough times at Mille Lacs without them.

Our family, your dear & true friends and neighbors will contiue to support you the days ahead.

One last mention: "Am I close"? We know what that means ......

I will ALWAYS be there for you....

Connie, Stephanie & Nick:
Words can't express the sorrow felt with the loss of a loved one.
I know how much Chris meant to you and the kids. He held a special place in his heart for you and was so happy to have you in his life. I know you felt the same for him.
Pat's words to you which were taken from the Bible "God will never give you more than you can bear" will always hold true.
Our prayer for you is that you will lean on our Lord Jesus in your time of need. Deuteronomy 31:8 ...

Connie,
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers every day. Stay stong little sister and remember we love you very much!
Tammie, Jerry, Nicole and Kelley.

Connie & Nick-You both provided Chris with the love of a family and a true home. He will always be with us, sometimes watching CSI or fishing with Bernie in the pond. Making egg rolls with cracked pepper or contently sitting in the grass while the spinklers are spraying him in the face :) We had so many moments of laughter and love together, lets remember these good times, because Chris will be waiting for us, with a platter full of fresh grilled Walleye!
And Mom, if don't feel like...

Carol (and family), I really do not know what to say except that I am so sorry. Please know that you are sincerely in my prayers.

Dear Carol & family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear about Chris. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Michael:

Sorry to hear about the loss of your uncle. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.