Linda (Shanahan) McMahon, 73, of Colchester and formerly of Hamden, widow of the late Edmund "Ted" McMahon, went home to the Lord peacefully on Wednesday (March 19, 2014) surrounded by her loving family after a brave and courageous battle with cancer. Born Dec. 14, 1940 in New Haven, she was the daughter of the late John and Dorothy (Shea) Shanahan. Mrs. McMahon was a secretary at Yale Law School for many years before her retirement; but her greatest joy was found in her devotion to her family and faith. She was an active communicant and Choir member of St. Andrew Parish in Colchester. Linda was also active with the ACTS community and involved with the AFG 12-step fellowship for many years. On Oct. 13, 1962, she and Ted were married at Blessed Sacrament Church in Hamden. Together they shared 48 years of marriage before he predeceased her on Dec. 14, 2010. She leaves four children and their spouses, Kathleen and Daniel Moody of Apache Jct., AZ, Teddy and Cindy McMahon, Jr. of No. Franklin, Maureen and Rob Sullivan of Hebron and Jen Utz and her fiancé, Christian Choma of Colchester; 12 grandchildren, Julie, Gehrig, Anita, Riley, Brigid, Eamonn, Abigail, Brian, Padraig, Jeremiah, Brendan and Faith; her lifelong friend, Mary Ann Palmer of Hamden; and numerous extended family members and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her two brothers, John and Neil Shanahan. Friends may call 4 to 7 PM Monday (March 24th) at St. Andrew Church, 128 Norwich Avenue, Colchester. The Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated 10 AM Tuesday (March 25th) at St. Andrew Church. The Most Rev. Peter A. Rozassa, Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus of the Archdiocese of Hartford, will be Principal Celebrant. Interment will follow in the New St. Andrew Cemetery, Colchester. The family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Jeffrey Kamradt and the staff at the Helen and Harry Gray Center for their care and concern of Linda over the past few years. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Immaculata Retreat House, P.O. Box 55, Willimantic 06226 or to the Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center, P.O. Box 5037, Hartford 06102-5037. Care of arrangements has been entrusted to the Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home of Colchester. For online expressions of sympathy, please visit www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Mar. 21, 2014.

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Dorothy Shea Wegner

March 14, 2020

I would appreciate if her family in Arizona would contact me. I am Linda's first cousin, and live in Phoenix. I am 82 & my Sister Colleen (also in AZ) is 80. I am writing this on March 14th, 2020. Our Father Robert Jordan Shea was Linda's Mother Dorothy's Brother. Thank you

Dorotyh Dottie Wegner

March 22, 2019

When I was born at home on 11/24/37 at 3 lbs 2 oz and not expected to live, they gave me my Aunt's name Dorothy Helen Shea ( she became Shanahan & I became Wegner) So I felt very special to Linda's Mom. My Sister Colleen was born 7/9/39 closer to Linda's Birthday. I would be very happy to hear from Linda's Daughter who lives in Arizona. I am in a suburb of Phoenix called Ahwatukee leaving Connecticut 24 years ago. On April 6th, 2019 I will be a Widow for 5 years. after 55 years of a wonderful marriage! Love to the family.

Drew Days

March 30, 2014

I want to express my sincerest regrets. Linda was a wonderful person who brought a cheerful and warm spirit to her work at Yale Law School. She will be missed.

March 25, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Joan Rosazza and family

March 24, 2014

to Maureen, Kathleen, Ted and Jen-- Our deepest sympathy on the death of your Mom. She was a very special friend. She will be missed by so many friends. Our prayers and love--Maureen and Larry McKenna

Kevin T.

March 24, 2014

Linda was and will be an inspiration in my life, her kindness and serenity glows like a beacon of hope.

March 23, 2014

We send our deepest sympathy to the entire McMahon Family. Linda and her loving husband, Ted, were shining examples to our family. their faith, optimism and joy in The Lord drew us into a relationship blessed by trust respect and affection.
Nowhere is their influence more apparent than in the family they raised and the love that bonds you together. Dan & Terry Zibello

Bruno & Dottie Wegner

March 23, 2014

Your Arizona 1st cousin's are sending our sympathy, what happy memories we have of our childhood at your "fun" Birthday parties at your Hamden home. So sorry we lost touch with each other. Love from Dottie & Bruno Colleen & Frank

March 23, 2014

Maureen Kathleen, Ted and Jen-- Our sympathy and prayers at this time, Maureen and Larry McKenna

March 22, 2014

We were saddened to hear of the loss of your mom. You have our deepest sympathy. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
The Stabach Family

Al McMahon

March 22, 2014

Myrna and I talked to Linda e few days before she passed away. One of the things she said was Her desire to be with Ted. Now that she is there, let's celebrate her success!
Linda is at great peace now and will be there, with Ted when all of us have the great joy to be with them in heaven with our Lord!
Let's celebrate as we travel to this great occasion.
All our love and prayers Uncle Al & Aunt Myrna.

March 22, 2014

Ted and Cindy,
I offer my deepest condolences at the passing of your mom. May she rest in the peace of Christ's living arms.
Libby

Debbie & Dan Leone

March 22, 2014

We will miss our dearest and closest friend Linda. She was like a sister to me and I will always treasure the memories of the times we had together. Dan & I and the entire family have you in our thoughts and prayers.

Connie Festa

March 21, 2014

My thoughts and prayers for all.

Kristen Pollard

March 21, 2014

Linda was a great mother and friend. She will be missed by all who knew her. My deepest condolences to her children, Kathleen, Teddy, Maureen and Jenny. Her memories will always be with you.

Donna Frandy

March 21, 2014

To the McMahon Family -

Very sorry to hear of Linda's death. Worked together many years ago at the YLS - Thinking of You!

Linda Gustafson

March 21, 2014

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom.My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Linda has a special place in my heart and will be missed.
May her soul rest in peace

Patricia Gunnoud, ret. YLS

March 21, 2014

My heartfelt condolences to the family. She was a good friend.

Molly McKenna (Reutenauer

March 21, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Linda's children and their families. She was a wonderful lady who used to get me to and from my Brownie Troop mtgs and was so gracious when I spent time at their house on Whitney Avenue in Hamden. Irish Eyes are definitely smiling down.....

Christine Olivieri

March 21, 2014

To all of Linda's children: I am saddened to hear of your mother's death; though we all know she's sharing the Joy of Heaven that she so lived toward! As your mother though, I know how much you will miss her-she loved you all so much; and she showed how important family is to her. My prayers for her soul and for all of you at this time. Love in Christ, Christine Scott Olivieri

Mr. and Mrs Rod Nason

March 21, 2014

Jen
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Rodney and Janice Nason

Gloria

March 21, 2014

My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved. She will be dearly missed. May you find comfort in the knowledge that she is at peace. Blessings of love and friendship.

March 21, 2014

My most heartfelt condolences to your family. Your joyful, loving memories will keep her alive in your hearts.

Alicia Lakomski

March 21, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Jane Dowling

March 21, 2014

God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.

Lowell & Patricia Page

March 21, 2014

We were saddened to hear of Linda's passing. She was an incredibly kind and compassionate person who always had a smile on her face and something nice to say. May she rest in peace as she is reunited with Ted as she enters into the arms of God. With thoughts and prayers....

Karen Williams

March 21, 2014

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Linda was a nice lady. I worked with her at the law school and I remember how she was always knitting in our staff lounge and how she loved to knit. You have my deepest sympathy. Karen Williams

Wanda Pelletier

March 21, 2014

Another Angel has been called home. My deepest sympathy to all the family. Hugs.
~ Wanda & Joel Pelletier

Velma Martone

March 21, 2014

I send my heartfelt sympathy to the entire McMahon family.May you find strength and peace in your family and friends.Mom will always be close to your heart and fond memories will guide you through your grief. I will always remember her beautiful smile and giving heart.

Jim Howard

March 21, 2014

My deepest prayers and thoughts go out to the McMahon family - Linda always had a smile as big as the sky when she talked about her family she will be missed

Enola and Stephen Carter

March 20, 2014

Our deepest condolences to you. We remember with great fondness our times spent with Linda. We were deeply inspired by her and Ted's faith and commitment to family. May she rest secure in the arms of her Lord.

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