James Francis Patrick Shannon, age 83, US Veteran. Passed away peacefully on November 13th surrounded by his loving family. Father and Father figure to Kathy(Dale), Patrick (Mariann), James(Catherine), Jamie and the late Dan and late Mike(Peg). Proud grandfather of Patrick, Tyler, Tommy, Jackie, Chris, Danny, Allison, Katie, Eric, Jason and Danny. Cherished great grandfather of Grace, Jack, Tess, Aubrey, Connor and Mia. Dear Brother to Thomas(Esther), the late Marion(Bob) and the late Edward. Adoring Uncle Jimmy to many loved nieces and nephews. His friendship and enormous sense of humor will be missed by many. Everyday we shared with him was a gift.