Thomas L. Shanahan's obituary , Passed away on December 20, 2025 in Chatham, New York

Thomas L. Shanahan

September 27, 1942 - December 20, 2025 (83 years old)

Chatham, New York

Thomas L. Shanahan's obituary , Passed away on December 20, 2025 in Chatham, New York

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Wenk Funeral Home

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Thomas L. Shanahan

September 27, 1942 - December 20, 2025 (83 years old)

Chatham, New York

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The memory of Thomas L. Shanahan of Chatham, New York, who passed away on December 20, 2025 at the age of 83, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Thomas L. Shanahan to pay them a last tribute.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Thomas is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Thomas' spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lawrence Shanahan and Ella Shanahan (Renken); his wife Lyla Shanahan; and his son John Shanahan. He is survived by: his children, Christy (Wayne Drowne) and Tom (Lori Shanahan); his granddaughters, Kelly Shanahan and Julia Shanahan (Cezary); his brother Daniel Shanahan; his nieces and nephews, Wendy, Greg, Emily (Mike) and Larry Shanahan; and his aunt Margaret Fischer.

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Wenk Funeral Home



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