Jessie Yao Shannon

Jessie Yao Shannon obituary, Chesapeake, VA

Jessie Yao Shannon

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Jessie Shannon Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home - Tidewater Drive Chapel on Oct. 8, 2025.

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Jessie Yao Shannon went to be with the Lord on October 5, 2025. She was born in Guangzhou, China, to Meng and Shun Yao, who preceded her in death. Jessie is survived by her husband, Scott, and her children: James & Joshua. She is also survived by her sisters, Lynn Yao Oliker and Jacqueline Yao Rubin.
Jessie loved spending time with her children and was always so proud of their talents. She was surrounded by family and friends and cherished every moment they spent together. Jessie also loved Pickleball, Choir, Gardening, Hiking, going to Classical Music Concerts, and being a mom to her cats, Huckie & Tommy.
A small, intimate graveside service for family and close friends will be held at the Colonial Grove Memorial Park (3445 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456) on Sunday, October 12, at 3:45 pm. A memorial service for Jessie will also be held at a date and time to be determined at the Williamsburg Community Chapel (3899 John Tyler Highway, Williamsburg, VA 23188)
Memorial donations may be made in Jessie's honor to the American Cancer Society.

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October 8, 2025

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October 8, 2025

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Renee Heavens

October 8, 2025

Jessie you were kind, and always had a little pep in your step... I remember you eating lunch outside , enjoying the day. Your spirit will always be present, and may you now rest, and look over your son's each and everyday... Fly angel!! For now you have your wings... Yours Truly. Heavens family

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Upcoming Events

Oct

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Graveside service

3:45 p.m.

Colonial Grove Memorial Park

3445 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23456

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