Shorewood, Wisconsin
May 26, 1928 – Mar 27, 2017 (Age 88)
Shanahan, Marylou L. Entered the Fullness of Eternal Life on March 27, 2017, at the age of 88. Marylou (Nee Lenken) was married to the love of her life, Robert D. Shanahan, on May 19, 1956, and they were married for 32 wonderful years. She is the loving mother of Katherine (Richard) Cattey, Kevin (Beth) Shanahan, Brian (Cherie) Shanahan, and Julie (Robert) Disch. Proud grandmother of Erin (Steve) Sass, Lauren (Eric) Monroe, Gillian Cattey, Alexandra Shanahan, Angelica Shanahan, Sean-Luc Shanahan, Samantha Shanahan, Robert Disch, and Ryan Disch. Adoring great-grandmother of Sophia, Isabella, and Nora Sass. Cherished sister of the late Barbara Lenken Ferwerda. Further survived by other loving relatives and dear friends. Marylou was born on May 26, 1928, in Milwaukee, WI to the late Robert and Katherine Lenken. She attended St. Robert Grade School, Messmer High School, and Marquette University. In high school she developed a passion for journalism, where she was the editor of the school newspaper. Following high school she graduated from Marquette with a degree in journalism, and worked in Milwaukee radio at WEMP and WOKY. Marylou was able to pair that passion for writing and editing with her devotion to her Catholic faith and her parish, St. Monica's, where she edited and wrote the parish bulletin and was a member for over 56 years. Marylou was a Marquette Warriors fan and enjoyed watching NCAA basketball. Above all though, Marylou loved spending time in her garden and with her family. Visitation will take place on Saturday, April 1, from 9:00 to 10:30AM at St. Monica Catholic Church, 5601 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay (corner of N. Santa Monica Blvd. and E. Silver Spring Drive) followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30AM. Interment at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery will be private for the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Monica School; Catholic Charities, P.O. Box 070912, Milwaukee, WI 53207; Marquette University, BIN 88388, Milwaukee, WI 53288; or to a charity of your choice.
Kevin, sincerest condolences to you and the entire family. Your "brothers" are thinking of you today.
Jim O'Reilly
April 03, 2017 | Mequon, WI
Dear Katie,Kevin, Brian and Julie,
My dear wife Margaret Ann Adlam was a dear friend of your Mom and I was a friend of your Mom and Dad some years ago. I send my sympathy to you and all the family. I am sure Margaret Ann welcomed her and they are talking about the kids right now. God Bless and Watch Over You
Bob Adlam
March 31, 2017
Katie, Kevin ,Brian & Julie
We are so very sorry for your loss I remember all the good times we had at the annual Shanahan Christmas parties Aunt Marylou kept us all feeling we were part of the family and continued to keep in touch throughout the years it was a honor to know and love her she will now be with Uncle Bob in Heaven. Our deepest sympathies too you n your families
Mike & Pam Morse
Mike Morse
March 31, 2017 | Romeoville, IL
Dear Katie, Kevin, Brian, and Julie,
Sorry to hear the news of your mother's passing. I have fond memories of both your parents, their warm hospitality, humor, and abiding faith.
Anne
Anne Rieselbach
March 30, 2017 | New York, NY
Dear Katie, Kevin, Brian and Julie,
I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing.
My earliest memory of her was when she was our Brownie leader in the 3rd grade to seeing her at my Dad's birthday party a few years ago. I know she will be missed, but know she will be reunited with your Dad and remain in your hearts. Ann Jarvis Eads
March 29, 2017
Mary Millon
March 29, 2017 | Madison, WI