Joanne Shannon Obituary
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Joanne was a stay-at-home mother caring for her three lovely daughters: Mina Tameka Shannon, Katherine Rashe'da Shannon and the late Haleemah Shannon. She loved her daughters dearly. In addition to her daughters, Joanne is survived by her grandchildren: Ema'hn Kemp, Alrahmon Kemp, Armahni Kemp, Sumaiyah Imaan and Raeghan Monroe. Joanne also leaves behind two sisters Wilhelmina Jacobs and Maxine Rutledge, her brother Darran Shannon, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Joanne loved to go to church and praise God every time she could. She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.
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Classie Hutchinson
October 1, 2025
I will truly miss my friend. My condolences to her family and know that she was truly loved.
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Henry Cummings
October 1, 2025
It is with our heartfelt deepest condolences of the passing of Joanne Shannon. She has always shown love for Abyssinian Baptist Church and it's members. Once in awhile I would get a laugh and smile from her that I will miss. Forever in our hearts. The Cummings Family. Exodus 23:20 KJV
Carol Charise Shannon
September 30, 2025
I love and miss you auntie, your niece Charise
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