Shannon C. McGee

Shannon C. McGee

Shannon McGee Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 17, 2008.
Private First Class Shannon Clyde McGee, age 23, of Killen, Ala., passed away Sunday, June 15, 2008, at ECM Hospital after a brief illness.

He was a Christian and a native of Lauderdale County, Ala. He was employed with the Alabama National Guard, serving in the U.S. Army. He also worked for his father of McGee Heating & Air. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Clyde Crocker and John Pete McGee.

Survivors are fiancee, Rachel Weston, of Florence, Ala.; father, Gary McGee, of Killen, Ala.; mother, Terri Kay Dumas, of Florida; sisters, Bridgett Dilbeck, Killen, Ala., and Olivia Dumas, of Florida; nephew, Lucas Dilbeck, of Killen, Ala.; and grandparents, Ruby Crocker, of Arkansas, and Peggy McGee, of Killen, Ala.

Pallbearers are Kris McDougal, Jeremy McDougal, Jessie McDougal, Mark McGee, Doug Sanderfer and Joe Johnson.

Honorary pallbearers will be the 115th Signal Battalion.

The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 19, 2008, at Greenhill Funeral Home chapel, with the chaplain of 115th Signal Battalion officiating. Burial will follow at Springfield Cemetery, with full military honors.

Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Wednesday June, 18, 2008, at Greenhill Funeral Home.

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June 22, 2008

Tony Williams posted to the memorial.

June 21, 2008

Bridgett McGee-Dilbeck posted to the memorial.

June 20, 2008

Erin Beard (Spann) posted to the memorial.

Tony Williams

June 22, 2008

Shannon you will be missed.You were a great friend.

Bridgett McGee-Dilbeck

June 21, 2008

Thanks for the kind words and prayers from everyone. These things really help right now. Shannon, I will always love you. See you on the flip side baby brother.

Erin Beard (Spann)

June 20, 2008

I just wanted to say to the entire McGee family that you are the kindest and most thoughtful family I have ever know...our deepest sympathies are with you as well as our hearts and prayers.

Charles Bryan Rose

June 18, 2008

Shannon always seem to be in a good
mood.He came in with a smile every
drill and we'll miss him very much,
Because he was part of our millitary
family! My sympathy to the family
for their lost.

CANDACE HAWKINS

June 18, 2008

TO MYRA AND THE MCGEE FAMILY,
SHANNON WILL BE MISSED GREATLY. HE WAS A VERY GOOD PERSON. I PRAY WITH GOD WILL STRENGTH YOU AT THIS TIME.

steven south

June 18, 2008

I'll never forget you man. Rest In Peace

Tim, Lisa, Lucas and Gracie McDougal

June 18, 2008

I know this is a terrible time for you guys. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. With love,

joshua red sandlin

June 18, 2008

i love you Shannon, rest in peace.

Michael Heath

June 17, 2008

I served with Shannon myself, He will be missed,He was a fine young man and seem to always have a smile on his face,You are all in our thoughts and prayers, May GOD BLESS YOU! Spc. Michael Heath

Gregory E. Barnes AKA hip hop

June 17, 2008

my heart goes out to your family and friends he was my friend and a great person

David and Cheryl Walker

June 17, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

David Ashley

June 17, 2008

Shannon was my best friend growing up in school, We went through alot of times together good and bad.Shannon you were my Brother man.I felt like was apart of the family, things just dont seem the same since youve been gone, I miss you never forget you Bro

Gail Newman

June 17, 2008

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Kristi Duncan

June 17, 2008

My son served in the Guard with Shannon as well, he said Shannon was a great guy. Hold on to your memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. My son is Pfc William Daniel Hartzog

Brenda Josh,Jess'c & Dylans Mom

June 17, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympthy for your family, I am so so sorry . .I talked with Shannon last week & he seemed like he was doing so good. Our entire family loved Shannon, he was always so happy , I never seen Shannon anywhere that he didn't give me a hug.I will miss those hugs. He was a very special young man . God Bless you all

Karen McDaniel

June 17, 2008

Please know that your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!

LesLee Tank

June 17, 2008

Family: I am so sorry. Words cannot express the sorrow that you must feel. I know that my whole life has been turned. I have been praying all day since Sunday. Only God has that peace that passes all understanding.
To Shannon: I love you Shannon! I always have and always will. Thank you for always being considerate of me and my children. Thank you for the secrets you kept. Thank you for touching my life and making me laugh.

Robin Terry

June 17, 2008

To the Family,
We are so sorry for your loss, and pray that your hearts will fill of his memories.
His friend Josh Henry (G) unfortunatly is not able to attend but has expressed his deep sadness in losing a buddy and longtime friend.
May God comfort you all and to Shannon - God Speed Son, rest in peace in His loving arms.

Liz Moore

June 17, 2008

Oh My God, Joseph is devastated. He can't believe it. We were coming to see you guys at Christmas 2009.
Will you please contact us Gary and Brigette.
Liz and Joseph Moore
Western Australia

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