John William Shanahan's obituary , Passed away on April 20, 2024 in Harrisburg, Illinois

John William Shanahan

October 22, 1937 - April 20, 2024 (86 years old)

Harrisburg, Illinois

John William Shanahan's obituary , Passed away on April 20, 2024 in Harrisburg, Illinois

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John William Shanahan

October 22, 1937 - April 20, 2024 (86 years old)

Harrisburg, Illinois

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John William Shanahan Obituary

The passing of John William Shanahan of Harrisburg, Illinois, born in Chicago, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 20, 2024 at the age of 86. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may we find a sense of peace, knowing that the memories we hold dear will continue to shape and inspire us, keeping John's spirit alive in our hearts and actions. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness we show others and the joy we find in the ordinary moments of life.

He was predeceased by : his parents, John "Jack" Shanahan and Helen Shanahan (Hogan); and his sister Patricia Jambor. He is survived by : his wife Sherry Shanahan of Harrisburg, IL; and his children, Eileen Shanahan of Crystal Lake, IL, Corinne Dimicelli (Sal) of Cape Coral, FL, Michele Shanahan (Jerry Kling) of Dallas, TX and Ronald Lipscomb (Dorothy Lamberg) of Pendergrass, GA. He is also survived by six grandchildren; several great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Any memorial contributions can be made to a "no kill" animal shelter of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Reed Funeral Chapel



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