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Eric Shannon Obituary


Eric Shannon,
46, Assistant Lumber Yard Manager of B&B Lumber, died Friday, July 7, 2017. Rosary will be at 7:00 pm, Tuesday, July 11, 2017; Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 am, Wednesday, July 12, 2017, both at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church. Preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn (Herrman) Shannon; brother, Norman Joseph; sisters, Stephanie Lynn, Sharnelle Kay Singleterry. Survived by his wife, Jodi Shannon; daughter, Sage Shannon; son, Jesse Shannon; parents, Wesley and Sherleen (Holopirek) Shannon; sister, Stacy (Brad) Frickey; brother, Steven Shannon; brother-in-law, Ron Singleterry; grandpa, Paul Herrman; in-laws, Richard and Peggy Bockus; many nieces and nephews. A memorial fund has been established for the Education for Eric Shannon's Children. Downing & Lahey Mortuary - West Chapel

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 8, 2017.

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Mike Schaplowsky

July 13, 2017

I knew Eric from baseball umpiring. He was one of the few that would come out and work league play for our league, and as Mark Cass said, he worked our state tournament every year. It was always a pleasure to sit around after games were over and shoot the breeze with him. He had the best stories and could keep you laughing for hours. My prayers go out to his entire family, what a sudden and tragic loss. He will be truly missed. RIP Big E

Ann Rumbaugh

July 12, 2017

So sorry for your loss!! Would have loved to have been there today, but just couldn't make the drive!! Eric will be missed by many!! Hold on to your memories!!

Eric Smith

July 11, 2017

So sorry to hear this. Praying for your family. Loved umpiring baseball with you man. You'll be missed.

Mark Cass

July 11, 2017

I am so thankful to have known Eric and loved having him help us each year for the state baseball tournament. Three weeks ago I was disappointed when I had heard he wouldn't be available to help us out this year because of another event. I always looked forward to spending time after games visiting with him and having a good laugh. He will be missed. I will keep him and his family in my prayers for some time.

Brent Urban

July 11, 2017

To the entire family of Eric I am saddened by your loss. Eric was a good friend in our childhood days especially during the summers when he stayed at Paul and Angie's. I had not seen Eric in many years but we recently started talking about umpiring war stories via text. Baseball was a passion. We hoped some day to work a game together. I wish you and your family the best.

Michael Kittman

July 10, 2017

My condolences to Eric's family. He was a good friend and co- worker too. A great guy.

jim graber

July 10, 2017

Eric was one of the good guys. Met him through softball. Jodi, I wish you peace.

Dave & Minda Smith

July 10, 2017

We pray that God comforts the family as only He can. We will miss Eric immensely. Our hearts are filled with concern for Jodi, Sage and Jesse. We are so sorry for your loss.

LaRae Walker

July 9, 2017

Sorry for you loss

Rod Dudeck

July 9, 2017

Prayers for the family.

Randy Holopirek

July 9, 2017

Eric was the true definition of "one of a kind". He will be missed. Condolences to family and friends.

Kirk Peterson

July 9, 2017

My Condolences to you and your family, Jodi. Eric will be missed. As the new person in the neighborhood, Eric was very welcoming. He was an easy person to talk to. I will always remember his easy-going nature.

DOUG AND KATHY WHITIS

July 9, 2017

WE ARE WITH SADDENED HEARTS TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF ERIC...MEMORIES ARE SPECIAL, OF WHICH WE HAD WITH HIM....PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS...R.I.P. DEAR ERIC...

Rich and Pam lLeiker

July 9, 2017

Everyone who ever met Eric loved him. He will be missed by all. Sympathy to his wife and children and his extended family.

Casey McCoy

July 8, 2017

Thoughts and prayers to Eric's family and friends.
What a good guy.

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