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1975
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2024
Shannon Colbert Obituary
July 24, 1975 - May 4, 2024
Star, Idaho - Shannon Mackey Colbert, age 48, peacefully passed away on May 4th , 2024. She is survived by her two boys, who made up the entirety of her world, Austin Colbert (age 20) Jake Colbert (age 16). Shannon was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed doing anything outdoors, especially if it was with her boys. Her love for life and appreciation for the beauty around her mirrored the sentiments of "What a Wonderful World."
Besides her children, Shannon is survived by her sister Kim Mackey Raddeman, Brother-in- law Bret Raddeman, Niece Taylor Raddeman, Sister Carrie Mackey and Mother Anita Mackey. She is preceded in death by her father Richard Mackey.
No Service will be held. The family is asking for donations towards the Idaho Fish and Wildlife Foundation: Po Box 2254 Boise Idaho, 83701 in memory of Shannon.
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Genny Shineflew
May 26, 2024
My heart breaks for all of you. Thank you for sharing her with my family. I will hold you all up in my prayers.
Clark Carpenter
May 23, 2024
Shannon was my friend and classmate in high school, and she was always positive and kind. My deepest condolences go out to all who knew her, especially her boys, mom and sisters. Blue skies, Shannon - you were loved.
Larry and Lindsay Williams
May 8, 2024
Sorry to hear of Shannon´s passing. She truly had such a generous spirit and will be missed. Let god bless her boys and her family during this time of grief and fill their hearts with the memories of the good times.
Cheryl Sable
May 8, 2024
You will be missed my friend....fish on!
Terry / Lana McCullough
May 7, 2024
So very sorry to hear of Shannon untimely passing. She was a very devoted person to her causes and always added a positive side to difficult situations and was so humble and gracious. Whenever the subject turned to her boys, she lit up like a Christmas tree and her glow was infectious. She will be remembered as a Bench mark of what a good person is - she will ne missed.
Ronnie, Francine and Family
May 7, 2024
Dear Anita, Kim, Carrie, Austin, Jake, Taylor and Family... Our deepest and sincere sympathy for your sudden loss and passing of Shannon. We know she is with Richard, Allen, Carolyn, Grandma, Grandpa, Robert Gregory, Leanne, and all other family members who greeted and surrounded her with open arms full of love, tenderness, joy, peace, and the un-imaginable beauty of Heaven!
Her son's Austin and Jake brought her love, as she loved and still and forever loves them...to one day meet again. May all your lovely memories you carry in your heart and mind bring solace on your journey through life, until we too are called to return to God. Shannon...a beloved daughter, sister, mother and teacher to her sons was blessed with grace by giving much... "Giving"...saving lives so others might live", see, and breath. Never to be forgotten
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