It's been twelve years since her death, but I just found out tonight. 

I've been trying to track down Shanna Lee ever since Facebook started, but I realized tonight that I was spelling her name wrong.  We were each other's very first friends.  I was born about 45 minutes after her and our moms shared a recovery room in the hospital.  We were reunited in Ms Badger's class in grade 1.  I used to call her every year on our birthday to catch up-- all the way into highschool.  

I've missed her for decades, but I know those of you who had her in your lives more recently are missing her much more.

A woman always willing to love, laugh, and live life to the fullest. She would want us to do the same. 
All of the warm words and even warmer hugs for our family have never gone unnoticed. 
Whatever may come our way in the future, whatever memories we will make, we will always honour her’s, first and foremost. 

 Love these pictures they show her great beauty! Thank you for all the love and support, every day we are trying to live in honour of her memory. A lady always willing to love laugh and live life to the fullest, she would want us to do the same. 

Tara holds a special place in my heart, being a dear ol' friend.  I remember Tara's l'il sis, Shanna.  She was just as beautiful as her big sis, with that gorgeous platinum blonde hair, rosey cheeks & big blue eyes.  I remember her being Tara's silly little sister (as we were kids) who made me smile.  
I was heartbroken today to learn of Shanna's passing, as I know how dearly she will be missed by Tara, her parents and her own children.  
I wanted to extend my deepest sympathies to all of Shanna's family.  I am comforted by the fact that Aunt Tara will make sure that Shanna's children know and remember her.  Hugs to you all.

I was very saddened to hear of your loss. I enjoyed watching Shanna and Cecily-Mai play together at our Parent and Tot Group. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Alison Kramer
Peer Health Worker at Langs

We are very sorry for the loss of your Mom, daughter and special family member. We hope that you find peace and happiness in the special memories you have of Shanna. 
The Wolf Family - a Coronation Public School Friend

To the Bennett Family,
It seems not so long ago that Rolling Meadows Drive and Timberlane Park were the hub of our children's universe. And, even though the ensuing years have taken us in so many directions, good and happy memories of childhoods and laughter always bring us home.. May some special memories of a special girl comfort you, all of you, and know that you are in the hearts and prayers of all of your friends now living in California.
Don and Patt Clegg and family , Anaheim Hills, California

Shanna-lee, 
words can not explain how much you will be missed.I never told you how proud i am of the mother you have been to our son.
i wil never forget the time we spent toghther in Oz and in Canada.
love always 
David.

Dear Jim, 
I want to express my condolences to you, your family and especially to your grand children. I am so sorry for your loss.
Your friend,
Gayle

Very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences. Shanna will walk with the Creator now. ~ Sheila A.

Shanna, I am grateful to have called you my friend. Simon just may have the Thomas the Train curtains up in his room forever, as they will always remind me of you :) Praying for your beloved Jaxon and Cecily-Mai, and the rest of your family as they grieve your loss. That next cup of tea will have to be in eternity. xo

To the Family....Thinking of you all at this very sad time and sanding out my condolenes from my family to yours...Shanna i am going to miss the talks we had, all the laughs we did over the kids and what they say...im going to miss you girl....xoxo

I can't even believe it.  Praying for her two precious kids and the rest of her family.  Heart breaking!

Dearest Melanie,

There are just No Words. We love you and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep strong, everyone needs you.

Love 
Wayne and Linda

To Tara, Mel and Families,

Thinking of you all at this very sad time

"Death leaves a heartache no one can fill but their love leaves a memory no one can steal"

Love and thoughts are with you

RIP Shanna 
Lisa and Jason Stevens and Families
Kangaroo Island, Australia

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

I will always remember Shanna's fascination with writing, literature and her obsession with Elijah Wood.  She was always smiley and dreamed big.  May her memory live on.

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Shanna Lee Edwards

February 27, 1981 – October 14, 2012

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