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Shawn Patrick Shannon Ii
1994 - 2019
Shawn Patrick Shannon Ii
1994 - 2019
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BORN
1994
DIED
2019
Shawn Shannon Obituary
Smyrna, DE - Shawn Patrick Shannon II, age 25, of Smyrna, DE received his wings on Wednesday October 23, 2019. Shawn was known to his family and friends as "Shawny", "Spider-Man", "@eye.eat.pears", and "Puerto-Rican Ninja", based on his jumping and climbing antics, along with his love of parkour. He was most happy while riding his skateboard to the fullest, doing gymnastics, and tumbling. Shawn was an encouraging mentor to many young people. He was proud to have been a former member of the Philadelphia 76ers Dunk Squad. Shawn also cheered on Delaware Explosion, New Jersey Spirit Explosion Fab 5, and XCA in Connecticut. He worked as a gymnastics and tumbling coach. Shawn approached life with joy and passion. He was quick to help others and was always eager to share a smile and a laugh. Shawn was a hero to many, both in life and in death, as his wishes to be an organ and tissue donor saved many others. He touched many lives and will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Shawn is survived by his parents, Dawn and Shawn Shannon of Smyrna, DE; his daughter, Aubree M. Shannon and her mother, Alexandra Richter; his sisters, Arika Shannon, of North Carolina, and Mariah Shannon and her fiancé, Robb Leggett, of Newark, DE; his brother, Noah Shannon, of Smyrna, DE; his grandparents: Wanda & Herbert Poe of Newark, DE and Adele Purdie of Elkton, MD; his aunts: Lisa Poe, Loretta Cabrera, Shelly Hubbard, Kelly (Carmen) Mahaffey, and Rosa Lourido; his uncles: Brian Shannon, Noel Lourido, Allie Lourido; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, great aunts and uncles; as well as many skate and cheer brothers and sisters, including a special tumble brother, Ozell Williams Jr.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Friday, November 1, 2019 at the Reach Church, 2880 Summit Bridge Road, Bear, DE 19701 from 10 AM-12:30 PM. A service in celebration of Shawn's life will follow at 12:30 PM. A special procession will drive by the Skate Park in Glasgow Park where Shawn's friends will skate in his honor. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to NextUpFoundation.org a non-profit organization supporting valuable life skills, education, physical and emotional wellness, and mentorship through skateboarding.
For directions or to send an online condolence visit www.stranofeeley.com
Strano & Feeley
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302-731-5459
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Dawn shannon
January 6, 2025
Ughhh I miss you so much every day
Joyce Greene
October 22, 2024
Forever Loved and missed our Shawny. Not a day goes by without thinking of you and realizing what a bright light was extinguished on the day you left us.
Joyce A. Greene
October 22, 2023
Thinking of you and remembering you everyday. You have not and will Not ever be forgotten. Your little brother went to his homecoming last night and looked so handsome. You'd be so proud. Please keep a watch over your family and your grandmom especially right now. Your family and friends are still struggling with your loss. We love you Shawny.
Joyce A Greene
October 24, 2021
Shawny You're thought of everyday. You are remembeted and celebrated but also mourned. You were taken too soon. Continue to keep watch over your family and that precious Aubree. Don't forget to send signs of your presence to your mom and grandmom. Lots of Love Always, Aunt Joyce
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Joyce Greene
November 3, 2019
Remembering you Shawny. Keep a watch over your parents and family, especially Noah and Aubree.
Stacy Argot
November 1, 2019
Dawn my heart breaks for you and your family. I can't imagine the sadness that you must be feeling I am sure it is overwhelming just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Keri Fields
October 30, 2019
My heart breaks for you Dawn and Shawn and your entire family and all of his friends . know that you raised an amazing young man who touched so many lives ... Sensing all my prayers.
Michelle Fournier
October 30, 2019
Dawn, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son Shawn. Sending you and your family lots of prayers. Shawn will always be with you.
Carolyn Wilder
October 30, 2019
I truly express our condolences to our family of Shawny. Words can not express the hurt that I have in my heart for my cousin Dawn, Shawn's mom. Though miles separate us, know that I am always with you in my heart
Kelly {Carmen} Mahaffey
October 30, 2019
Nephew, This candleis for Remembrance of you, for your selfless ways by helping others, for all lives you've touched. You inspired them, they've looked up to you as a great friend, even like a brother they never had. We all love you Shawny aka Spiderman! Forever In Our Hearts, & until we meet again! ♂
Love your Auntie, Kelly {Carmen} Mahaffey
Joyce Greene
October 30, 2019
You will Forever be the light that shines through our dark days. You are missed beyond words. Your legacy will remain. Your selflessness will live on through those you've helped along the way. You are now reunited with those that went ahead of you. RIP my great nephew. Love for you always!
Forever my brother!!!
Nikki Rodriguez
October 30, 2019
Shawny you've touched so many souls and still continue to do so!!! - I remember your first practice at NJSE I remember you being my flyer for our basket toss during the pyramid. You were always such a a happy loving soul! Shawny you've became more than just a teammate to me! You've became my brother and and forever friend!! I love you and I miss you dearly!!! Skate in power Shawny!!!!
Chaplain Nelson Lewis
October 30, 2019
May Gods Continual blessings be upon you and your family during this time.
Sherry Patton
October 29, 2019
My thoughts and prayers. You were and are a Hero to so many.
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