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BARRY SHANNON Obituary

SHANNON, Barry E. Of South Boston, January 23, 2020 at the age of 73. Loving son of the late Eloise R. and Thomas E. Shannon. Dear brother of Nancy S. Coleman and her husband Francis of Reading, his late brother Kurt P. Shannon and his sister-in-law Eileen G. Shannon of Safety Harbor, FL. He is also survived by his nephew Christopher F. Coleman of Barrington, RI and his nieces Leigh Shannon Fuller of Reading and Lauren Shannon Nolan of Milton. Barry was a proud son of South Boston. Due to the Coronavirus threat, Burial will be private. If desired, donations in memory of Barry may be made to Marian Manor, 130 Dorchester Street, South Boston, MA 02127. O'Brien Funeral Home

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 3 to Jul. 12, 2020.

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Chris Coleman

July 16, 2020

A dear uncle to me and my kids, and the mayor of South Boston to all that knew him. He for me was the tie back to my happy childhood summers spent at the beach in Southie. I'll miss his stories and his love for us all.

Peter Golden JR

July 8, 2020

I had the pleasure of working with Barry when We taught at English High. He was a hard working gentleman who exemplified what it meant to be educator. I for one will miss him and his infectious smile. Rest in Peace friend .

George Lyons

July 8, 2020

Condolences to Barry's Family & Friends.
We both attended Christopher Columbus HS and I reconnected with Barry at The Marian Manor when I sang there. Barry was a gentle soul and he will be missed. Be at peace, my friend.

Karen Kelly McEachern

July 6, 2020

I love you , Barry. My longest and dearest friend. You are now at peace. We will keep your memory alive with all of our stories and adventures. Rest in Peace, my friend.
Karen

July 5, 2020

Nancy and Eileen my deepest sympathy, I have so many memories of Barry. Rest in Peace
Claire Breen Williams

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