Shawna Lynn Farrelly-Kilbert

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Shawna Farrelly-Kilbert Obituary

Farrelly-Kilbert, Shawna Lynn
Of Clovis, California passed away peacefully on Friday March 27, 2009, surrounded by family and friends at her side after an inspiring two and a half years of battling cancer. Shawna had just celebrated her 34th birthday on March 22, 2009. Shawna Lynn Farrelly- Kilbert is survived by her greatest gifts she could give the world, her two sons. Preston (6), and Logan (3). Shawna is also survived by her husband of 7 years, Dan Kilbert. Shawna was the beloved daughter of Dave and Pat Farrelly of Granite Bay. Also survived by identical twin sister, Brittany and husband Mike Lanier of Fresno, and younger sister, Shelby and husband Robert Booker of Granite Bay; grandmothers, Stella Farrelly and Larrie Loane. Shawna was the niece of Diana and Rick Fleming and Jim & Lynn Farrelly; cousin of Petria Fleming, the late Douglas Fleming and John and Rob Farrelly; in-laws, Paul and Gretchen Kilbert, David Kilbert, Kari and husband Nate Halisky. Along with her immediate family Shawna will be deeply missed by her four nieces, Bella and Kenzie Booker, Addison Lanier, and Ella Halisky. Furthermore, her Godson, Kade Kropholler, as well as many of her friends will carry her memory deep in their heart. A Rosary will be held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Fresno on April 2 at 7:30pm. Mass will be held on Fri. April 3 at 10:00am, followed by a graveside burial at Clovis Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, you can choose your favorite charity to donate to or the following: Preston and Logan Educational Fund or The Shawna Kilbert Project. Please send to P.O. Box 3768, Clovis, CA 93613. Yost & Webb Funeral Home, Fresno, CA.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Apr. 1, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Shawna Farrelly-Kilbert

9 Entries

Chase Haag

November 16, 2009

I am deeply saddened to have just discovered Shawna's courageous struggle after reading the latest Pacific Review magazine. Shawna was one of the first people I met at the Univ. of the Pacific and we lived across from each other in the Freshman dorm. To this day, everytime I hear a Journey song, Shawna pops up in my mind-She blasted Journey every opporunity she had in the dorm! It made me laugh then, and her fun loving spirit will continue to make me smile and appreciate the love and happiness she brought to all those who knew her.

Polly Heater

April 6, 2009

To the Farrelly Family,
You are all in my prayers and thoughts for your loss of Shawna. She was an astonishing woman with an aweinspiring spirit. My heart goes out to all of you because I know she loved her family very much.

Adrian Levine

April 4, 2009

This wonderful lady will live on in my heart. While I never met her, her story has inspired courage and bravery in me that I never had. I will not forget her.

Bob and Nancy Martin

April 1, 2009

Dave, Pat and Family,
We just want you to know that we are so sorry to hear that Shawna passed away. May all the memories comfort you at this difficult time. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers,

Saskia Olson

April 1, 2009

Although I never had the honor of meeting Shawna personally, I have followed her plight for quite some time and been touched by her on so many levels... because of Shawna, I have improved as a mother, friend, associate & human being. To Dan, Preston & Logan: I can't imagine what you are going through and my heart goes out to all three of you. It occurs to me, though, that Shawna has left so much love and presence behind, her spirit will always be right there with you. May she come visit you in your dreams and share the glory she has now found with God... His angel has come home.
With love and gratitude,

Colleen Lacey

April 1, 2009

Dear Patty and Dave,
My mom has kept me abreast of Shawna's health. I am so sorry for your loss. I am amazed by her strength and compassion for her children. Even though I never met her, she must have been and Angel. Know that you and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time.

Colleen (Rice) Lacey

April 1, 2009

I have followed Shawna's story since the beginning and was saddened to learn of her death. Even though I do not know her on a personal level, I am inspired by her and her will to live life to the fullest. I am praying for her husband and children, because they have a long road ahead of them. May you find the strength you need from God and her memories.
Karen ( NC)

Carianne Webb

March 31, 2009

Shawna was an amazing woman with tremendous strength and courage. She taught everyone she met valuable lessons about life that will never be forgotten, just as she will never be forgotten. Meeting her was a great blessing.

Michelle Maroot Diebert

March 31, 2009

It sounds like Shawna lived and loved life on her own terms...and cancer may have taken her body, but it didn't take her soul. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers - as we know what it is like to lose a loved one to cancer - my brother, Matthew Maroot, was only 29 years old. May the good memories help soothe the pain.

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