Shannon was born in Racine, WI. He has been a resident of the Treasure Coast for over 40 years, coming from Miami Florida.
Prior to retirement Shannon was a painting contractor owning his own business for 50 years. He was also a firefighter for the city of Miami.
He was a veteran of WWII serving in the US Navy.
Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Alice Page of Port St. Lucie; daughter Gail Kehoe (Mark) of Byfield, MA and grandson Adam James Kehoe.
A visitation will be held from 1:00pm-2:00pm on Saturday September 1, 2012 at Aycock Funeral Home, Fort Pierce, FL with a chapel service at 2:00pm, Interment and military honors to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made to Treasure Coast Hospice 5000 Dunn Road, Fort Pierce, Florida 34981.
Friends may visit the online guest register book at www.aycock-hillcrest.com.
Arrangements are under the care of Aycock Funeral Home, Fort Pierce, FL.