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Chew Shannon Obituary
Memphis, TN
Chew Sawyer Shannon, 67, peacefully slept away to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 26, 2019. He passed away at home lying beside his wife, Carolyn Jessemy Shannon. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee on August 31, 1951 to Joseph Perry Shannon, Sr., and Othella Sawyer Shannon. Mr. Shannon accepted Christ at a young age at Mt. Olive AME Church. He graduated from Hamilton High School in Memphis and continued his education at Brown University in Rhode Island, where he received an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering. He married the love of his life, Carolyn, on March 4, 1978. They remained married for 41 years and to this union four children were born. His love for engineering propelled him to devote 40 years of his life to the profession: seven years as a telephone engineer at South Central Bell (AT&T) and 33 years as a Streetlighting Engineer at Memphis, Light, Gas & Water Division (MLGW). His life's philosophy was: "Do all to the best of your ability and always help others."
His proudest moments in life were attending his children's graduations from top universities. Three children graduated from Harvard University and one graduated from Howard University. He also enjoyed being a member of Brown Missionary Baptist Church in Southaven, Mississippi.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn; daughter, Victoria (Rohan); three sons, Chew II (Ciera), Charles (Faith), and Christopher (Cara); his brother, Joseph Shannon, Jr.; his niece, Marshelle Harper; seven grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.
There will be two visitations held. A first visitation will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2019 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at N.J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home at 12 S. Parkway W., Memphis, Tennessee 38109. A second visitation will be held on Sunday, March 3, 2019 from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. at Brown Missionary Baptist Church, 980 Stateline Road E, Southaven, Mississippi 38671.
Funeral services will take place on Sunday, March 3, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Brown Missionary Baptist Church, 980 Stateline Road E, Southaven, Mississippi 38671, with Pastor Bartholomew Orr, officiating and the repast immediately following.
The burial will take place on Monday, March 4, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Elmwood Cemetery, 824 S. Dudley Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38104.
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Memories and Condolences
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Victoria Shannon Sahani
December 18, 2024
Hi Daddy! I hope you and Uncle Joe are having a wonderful reunion in Heaven, along with your other family members who have passed. We love you and miss you! Love, Victoria
G. Boyd
February 27, 2024
Thought of Chew Sooooo well, especially after reading your thoughts, Ms. Carolyn Shannon, this Morning...
Chew´s Smile Showed His Sincerity!!
As it is written, " To be absent from the body IS To Be Present With The LORD..."!!
GOD Determines Our Fate In Judgement!!!
Thanks for sharing such kind words about Chew...
"We Must All Stand Before The Judgement Seat Of CHRIST and give an account of the deeds done in our bodies, wether good or bad..."
Take Care and GOD Bless!!!
Carolyn
February 26, 2024
Happy " Separation Day" Chew ! I Love you and still miss you. Thank you God for allowing Chew I to be with us 67 1/2 yrs. I have a lot of good memories of the life we shared together. I am sure you see how you children are doing. I am so happy that your spirit and soul have been set free from a decaying body. I can only imagine how eternal life feels. I look forward to seeing you when my work is done here and God calls me home. Until we meet again,
Remember, You are loved and missed.
G Herman Boyd
March 8, 2023
Chew Is So Well Remembered Until This Very Day...
Often times The Electric Engineering Department at MLGW was activated during Power Restoration Efforts, here in Memphis, and the Other Municipalities in Shelby County, including the UnIncorporated Areas, as well...
During several of these most challenging times, Chee & I were Team Restoration Partners, as we went out in two´s, obviously for Safety Reasons!
We helped get a lot of Lights Back On, Sooner, because of Our Shared Positive Work Ethic and that of knowing the Neighborhood Configurations Sooooooo Well!
Chew & I did some Good Work, Shared Some Good Food, and even had A Little Fun, along The Way...
Do Miss Chew, Too!!!
Thanks for the opportunity to Share!
Gerald Herman Boyd
(Fellow Hamiltonian & Co-Worker)
Carolyn
March 7, 2023
I still miss you "MAN". Thank you for the beautiful person you are and the beautiful wonderful life we shared. I will always love you. You are the Love of my life. I thank God for giving me you.
Victoria
June 20, 2022
Happy Fathers' Day, Daddy! We miss you so much!
Ciera Shannon
February 26, 2022
Hey Papa Shannon! We really miss you on this side. We miss your laugh, your jokes, your hugs, and your wisdom. Chew is like you in so many ways. I joke with him about laughing like you now and how he's a walking computer just like you lol. We talk about you to your grandbabies often. We're all sending you the biggest hug in heaven. We love and miss you very much.
Breanna
February 25, 2022
Uncle Chew......My birthday twin!! You are missed and loved.
Gerald H. Boyd
February 24, 2022
Thanks for providing this opportunity to comment, & share a few thoughts...
Do still miss Chew, & seeing You, too, Ms. Carolyn! Will reach out, hopefully, soon. Thanks for Sharing present memories of Chew. Do remember the time of sharing a ride with Chew on my Honda Gold-wing Bike! You came out to meet us, in your drive at home... Chee & I worked late many times, and tried to keep him from calling You! He trusted me to get him home, safely! Take Care! Do miss Your Boo!, too... Hope to see You, soon. G. Boyd
Wintrell Pittman
February 22, 2022
May God bless his family. I really miss him. He was such a pleasant person to talk to
Ciera Shannon
March 12, 2021
Hey Papa Shannon!
You always took time to love on your grandbabies. You and Cylan would have been best buds. We love and miss you Papa Shannon.
Carolyn Shannon
March 11, 2021
I miss you so much Chew. You are my only true love and I will always thank GOD for placing you in my life. You are even now truly a blessing to both me, our Children and grandchildren. I will always love you. Your BOO!!
Gregory D Brown
June 14, 2020
Dearest Chew, Wow I've only just discovered that you are my first cousin! So sorry we never met as I see you were a fantastic person with an amazing family. Hopefully one day I will meet your family as I live in London, England. May you rest gently in the bosom of the ancestors. Gregory D Brown
Victoria
May 11, 2020
Hi Daddy! I hope you're having fun up there! We miss your so much. We miss your joy, your laughter, your jokes, your steadfast comfort, your hugs, your fixing everything that's broken (from children's toys to computers to people), and your just being you. I love you Daddy!
Gerald Boyd
February 29, 2020
Hey Carolyn & Family, just thinking You, remembering Chew! He was some kind of a man... Someone you could always talk to... Never too busy, to share a moment, but always about MLGW'S business! Like You, do most enjoy reading all the tributes about Chew, how he IS Soooooo Special in Our Hearts. Thank GOD For Such Positive Memories! Take Care. Hope To See You, Soon!!! Jus me, -- GB. Chew's joke partner. Every day!
Breanna Smith
February 26, 2020
I miss you Uncle Chew!!! We shared one of the coolest and awsome day ever, our Birthday.!! We were birthday buddies and that made me feel special just to be able to share that day. We would call each other every year and remind the other that we shared the same birthday. A fun daddy, from what I saw as a little girl. The kids are blessed to carry your name and the legacy. your wife (Auntie K), your other half carries your love and shares with others... I think I remember Lil Chew rubbing your head one day and saying "your such a fun daddy" Lol and you just laughed.... Thank you for being in our lives. Since I can't submit non original poems, I'll leave the name for others to read.
Go Down Death by James Weldon Johnson.
"Weep not, weep not. He is resting in the boosom of Jesus".
I love you guys!! (Shannons)
Ciera Shannon
February 26, 2020
Hey Papa Shannon! One of my favorite memories with you is when I randomly took you to lunch one day. Baby Chew was about 7 months old.I remember watching you hold Baby Chew. We talked about a lot of stuff I can't remember but I do remember how special the moment was. You are truly truly missed. Love you Pops!
Carolyn Shannon
February 25, 2020
I thank everyone for your kind and caring words this year. I have really missed Chew but continue to remind myself that GOD knows best. I have learn so much from each of you about how my husband impacted your life. Thank you for sharing. Please continue to share. I love reading your comments. GOD is GOoD.
February 22, 2020
Chew, was a quiet man, but he and I managed to strike up a friendship while in the breakroom during lunch. I didn't hear about his passing until months after but I miss him and my prayers are with his wife and family.
Evelyn Jones
February 22, 2020
My prayers to the Shannon Family. May God continue to give you comfort and strength.
Cheryl Carter
March 3, 2019
Carolyn and Shannon Family. So Sorry for your loss. My condolences and God Bless you all.
Evelyn Jones
March 2, 2019
Carolyn and Shannon Family I wish I could take away your pain. Know that I am thinking about you and praying for comfort for each of you.
Janice Smythe-Tune
March 2, 2019
Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to Chew's family, friends and especially those of his MLGW family. My husband and I knew Chew from working there, previously. We had several conversations with Chew about his beloved family and his being so proud of their children's academic achievements. Every morning in the parking garage he would share his warm smile and pleasant demeanor with the wave of his hand and a lovely, "Good Morning!" Chew will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Trentwood Cobb
March 1, 2019
Caroline, I first met Chew in the fifth grade. We graduated from Hamilton High School where Chew was a quiet, studious student, easy to talk with and had a great sense of humor. He will truly be missed. I pray that God's unfailing grace will soften the hurt you are feeling and bring your heart the peace, comfort and hope that it needs to heal.
Sallie Briggs Tipton
March 1, 2019
We will miss our fellow Hamiltonian. Always a gentleman and ultimate professional. RIH
Bettie Pickens Smiley
March 1, 2019
I graduated from Hamilton High with Chew. Sending prayers of comfort for the family throughout this transitional season.
Louise Barksdale
March 1, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
raymond neal
March 1, 2019
Thinking of you buddy. Say hello to Oscar for me. see you later.
Gerald H. Boyd
March 1, 2019
Heartfelt Condolences to You Ms. Shannon, also to each of Your & Chew's Children, and other Family members! We, the Co-workers of Chew at MLGW, express Our Sincerest Sympathies in Chew's adrupt passing... May GOD Bless and Comfort Each of You, during this most difficult time! We will miss Chew & cherish the memories! Thanks for sharing Him with Us! Take Care!
March 1, 2019
When someone you love so dearly passes away, no one can really know all that you feel ... only your heavenly Father ... "because He cares for you (1 Peter 5: 6, 7).
With Deep Sympathy,
The Robinson Family
Wintrell Pittman
February 28, 2019
My prayers are with the family of this very nice man Chew Snannon. It was a pleasure to know him and talk to him during our lunch hour at work.
February 28, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family of Chew,may gods loving kindness give comfort and peace
1Cor.1:3,4
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