Photo courtesy of B.W. Foster Funeral Home - Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH, Virginia
Oct 18, 1953 – Mar 20, 2017
Johnathan Keith "Chico" Shannon, 63, passed away on March 20, 2017. Keith, a native of Portsmouth, was the son of the late James and Edith Shannon. He worked as a Retail Manager in the Tidewater area. Survivors include his son, Aaron T. Osborn-Shannon; a brother, Stephen R. Shannon; a niece and...
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Sandra Williams
March 31, 2017 | Temple Hills, MD
I just learned that our dear brother, Retired Colonel and former Undersecretary of the US Army passed away and that his, truly, wonderful and beloved wife Mrs.Jean Shannon preceded him in departing this earthly home by one day.I offer my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of two, truly great people.
During my tenure as president of Secretary Shannon's Alma Mater, Central State University, I had a great honor and truly humbling experience of conferring upon...
Arthur Thomas
March 30, 2017 | Silver Spring, MD
My deepest sympathy to all the family. Life long friends will be sorely missed.
JULIA TALBOTT
March 29, 2017 | MITCHELLVILLE, MD
Our heartfelt condolences to the family of John and Jean Shannon. My husband, Steve, worked for Mr. Shannon when he served as the Under Secretary of the Army many years ago. John and his wife, Jean, were very kind to us during a time when I was dealing with a very serious medical situation. Their kindness to us and their support during that time meant so much to my husband and me. We treasure the friendship that grew between us and which lasted through the years, as we exchanged Christmas...
Marie Curry
March 28, 2017 | Concord, NH
May god's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad and difficult time. Psalms 119 : 50,76 EJC. GA.
March 28, 2017
My friend Chico, your friendship, laughter, and loyalty will surely be missed. From meeting you in Charlotte in the late 70s until our recent conversations by phone, was a genuine friendship that will last through eternity. I am sure you and Jon will open a superstore in heaven. God bless you my friend.
Tony Overcash
March 22, 2017 | Kannapolis, NC
