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Burnice Lee "Bill" Shannon |
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BORN: Monday December 9, 1935 SERVICE
Saturday January 9, 2010 VISITATION
Friday January 8, 2010 |
Burnice Lee “Bill” Shannon, age 74 of Royse City, TX, passed away January 5, 2010 after a courageous battle with lymphoma. He was born December 9, 1935, in Direct, TX, to Joe Richie & Artie Lee (Tirgett) Shannon. Bill was retired from the City of Garland as a shift engineer at Garland Power & Light after 33 years service.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years: Judy Shannon of Royse City, TX; sons: Danny Shannon & wife Melanie of Royse City, TX, Dale Shannon of Royse City, TX, Don Shannon & wife Ashley of Sevierville, TN, Doug Shannon & wife Marva of Royse City, TX, and Russell McCasland of Nocona, TX, who was like a son to him; sister: Minnie Ryser of Honey Grove, TX; brother: J.W. Shannon of Honey Grove, TX, and J.R. Shannon of Sumner, TX; grandchildren: Dawson “Weasle,” Tyler, Shawna, Cody, Haley, Caitlin, Kiley and Collin; great grandchildren: Kassidy “PooPoo,” and Remington, due in March. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; and brother: William Shannon in 2002.
Funeral services will be held 10:00am, Saturday, January 9, 2010, at Rest Haven Funeral Home – Rockwall Chapel. Interment will follow in Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce, TX. The family will receive friends Friday evening at the funeral home from 6:00 to 8:00pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Texas Junior Brahman Breeders Association, 3003 South Loop West, Ste. 520, Houston, TX 77054 in honor of Bill Shannon and B&J Ranch.
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Condolences01-11-2010 Aunt Judy, I am so sorry that we could not be there for the funeral. Sent by: Marjie Gunn Jordan and Family01-08-2010 Judy, sorry we missed you via phone this afternoon. We had committed to keep Savannh and Blaine tomorrow while parents work. We are thinking of you. love, Billy Dan and Suzanne Sent by: Billy Dan and Suzanne Lindley 01-08-2010 Shannon Family, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers will be with your family. Sent by: David, Emily, Miranda Jones01-08-2010 Don, Ashley, and Little man Collin, I can't imagine what you are feeling during this sad time but I do want you to know that God says wherever you are there He is also. Hold tight to your faith and He will pull you through! I Love y'all and am praying for you. Jess Sent by: Jessica King01-08-2010 My heart is very saddened today as the reality sets in that my Uncle Burnice will no longer be with us..Black hat, sunglasses and cowboy boots - that was his style..and a smile on his face you could see for a mile..A man of many words who always had something to say..Whether it was words of encourgement or calling you a nickname ..Aggravating and agitating that was his game..And making you laugh brought a smile to his face..He was the life of the party and I'm gonna miss you ol fart..but know you are with us forever in our hearts.. Sent by: Nerissa Shannon Bettes 01-08-2010 My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. You guys know that your father was a great man and loved you and your momma more than life itself. I have great memories of him during the years of rodeos. He always had that cocked grin. May God give you peace to heal your hearts and know that he is well now. Love to you all! Teri Schwerin Alexander and family Sent by: Teri Schwerin Alexander01-07-2010 Judy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have lots of childhood memories of Burnice growing up in Telephone. The Shannon family were great neighbors and friends. Our paths have crossed over the years and even though we have not been in touch that often over the years we have always considered you all as great friends. Burnice will be missed. Geron & Ann Stone, Tommy & Barbara Keen, Howard Keen, Becky Johnson, Kathryn Davis Sent by: Ann Stone 01-07-2010 The Shannons, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Burnice. My love and prayers are with all of you.
Kay Shannon Ingram Sent by: Kay Shannon Ingram01-07-2010 I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one. I'm keeping your family in my prayers. Leslie Gonzilas Field Supervisor H&R Block Sent by: Leslie Gonzilas01-07-2010 I am very sorry for the family's loss. My deepest sympathy and prayers. God bless. Sent by: Mary Roberson01-07-2010 To the Shannon Family; Each of you will be in my prayers for the coming days. So sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort each of you with precious memories. Love, Pamela Terry Branam
Sent by: Pamela Terry Branam 01-07-2010 We're sorry for your loss. We're keeping your family in our prayers. Sent by: Pleas, Micki and Hayden Proffitt01-07-2010 What a great loss. Bill was a wonderful and hardworking man. I have never forgotten him or the family and want to send my prayers and condolences. Know that he left a lasting impression on everyone that he touched including myself. It is a huge and heartbreaking earthly loss, but a wonderful addition to cowboy heaven. Sent by: Tanaye White Harvanek01-06-2010 My Dear Friends, Words cannot express the sorrow I feel in the loss of this Great Man. He loved his family with everything he had. He will be deeply missed. I remember when I used to try to ride in the Rodeo, he would always swat the heck out of my horse to get her moving, only to know I would pull back on the reins to slow her down. I can still hear him say, " agggg give her the reins". He was such a character. Always had something to say. I'll see you in heaven one day my friend. Sent by: Jessica Simmons Bierstedt |
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