Shannon Joy Haus peacefully passed away on May 8, 2021 at the age of 62 following a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis. She was born on August 16, 1958 in Kipling, Saskatchewan. Shannon was married to her high school sweetheart Robert Haus on February 12, 1977.
Shannon was a joyful spirit who enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. She was an eternal optimist that always sought out the best of any situation and she encouraged those around her to do the same. Shannon enjoyed any opportunity to experience the outdoors. Her passions included figure skating, horse back riding, camping, sewing and baking. She was an avid gardener which was helpful in feeding her large, growing family. She was a hard worker and tirelessly worked on their farm tending to their animals, the yard and making meals for the family. Shannon enjoyed the company of her many friends and family. Granny Shanny also loved to hear the noise of her 22 grandchildren. She was an active member of the church and she enjoyed her time with the United Church Women (UCW) and all her secret pals.
Shannon's early working years saw her serve the community by working at a long term care home in Regina, where she made long lasting friends. She also worked as a school bus driver for several years.
Shannon was predeceased by her father Ernie Hazell; brother Daniel Hazell; brother-in-law Richard Rydzik and nephew Katlin Haus.
Shannon is survived by her loving husband of 44 years Robert; her children, son Colin (Chantelle) Haus and their children: Cole, Cadence, Cailey, Chloe and Crosby, son Shawn (Lacee) Haus and their children: Liam, Jayden, Ashton and Avery; son Jeremy (Heather) Haus and their children: Dylan, Hailey and Ethan; son Owen (Skeeter) Haus and their children Isac and Jacxson; son Donovan (Leanne) Haus and their children: Dexter, Bentley, Harper and Rowyn; daughter Deanna (Justin) Gartner and their children: Ally, Emma and Mya; her close friend and caregiver Verlie Saguid and Verlie's daughter Francine Perante, who Shannon considered a granddaughter; her mother Florence Hazell; brothers Lyle (Claudia) Hazell and Kelvin (Dolores) Hazell; sister-in-law Bev Hazell; father and mother-in-law Herb and Bernice Haus; brothers-in-law Peter (Jackie) Haus and Gordon Haus; sister-in-law Katherine (Robert) Lakeman and many nephews, nieces, and cousins.
A public funeral service will be held on Monday, July 12, 2021 in St. Andrew’s United Church in Glenavon, Saskatchewan at 2:00 p.m. with Lynette Callfas officiating.
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