Frances Shannon
June 25, 1927 ~ January 7, 2010
Frances M. “Fran” Shannon, age 82 of New Hampton, Iowa died Thursday, January 07, 2010, at the New Hampton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 11, 2010, at Holy Family Parish – St. Joseph Center in New Hampton with Msgr. Carl Schmitt celebrating the Mass. The pall will be placed by her four children Lector for the service will be Tara Patrie. Organist will be Ann Bennett with Shawnessey & Stephaine Lau, cantors, accompanying the Holy Family Resurrection Choir. The offertory gifts will be presented by Caleb Ulrichs, Keegan Ulrichs, Rylie Patrie, Tori Ulrichs, and Jack Northrup.
Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, New Hampton with Nathan Northrup, Ryan Shannon, Jon Shannon, Jeff Ulrichs, Josh Patrie, Joe Baron, Kirk Grandstrand, and Sam Boos serving as pallbearers. Grant Stroughton will be an honorary pallbearer.
Friends may call 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Sunday at Hugeback and Chenoweth Funeral Home in New Hampton where there will be a 5:30 p.m. Scripture Service. Visitation continues one hour prior to the service at the church.
Frances M. “Fran” Shannon was born in Elma, IA, on June 25, 1927, the daughter of Frank and Florence (Roche) Riley. She attended Immaculate Conception Academy in Elma graduating in 1945. Fran was united in marriage to Paul Shannon on November 10, 1947, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in St. Cecelia, IA. The couple lived in New Hampton and to this union four children were born. Fran was employed at St. Joseph’s Hospital, the former Latours Apparel in New Hampton, and the Canteen Services at Sara Lee for 18 years. Paul died on May 17, 2001 at the age of 77.
Fran enjoyed baking for her children and grandchildren. She loved spending time with her girlfriends in the Birthday Club. She was a member of Holy Family Rosary Society and Mercy Medical Center Auxiliary.
Survivors include three sons, Terry (Vonnie) Shannon of New Hampton, Tom (Cindy) Shannon of Rochester, MN, and Steve (Jean) Shannon of Charles City; one daughter, Maureen (Brad) Northrup of Hastings, MN; nine grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; one brother, Lee (Veronica) Riley of Charles City, and one brother-in-law, Bob Boos of New Hampton; two sister-in-laws Jean Shannon of New Hampton and Marge (Gerald) Gansen of Elma.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul, three brothers, Joe Riley, Gerald Riley and Paul Riley; four sisters, Bernice Showalter, Marion Ales, Grace Riley, and Helen Riley.
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Steve, Jean and all Fran’s family. She was always fun to talk to and be around. You would not have known how old she was because she was young at heart. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
We visited Fran last September, and enjoyed our visit with her. We joked about her and Gerald being cheerleaders,you may have seen the picture of them I sent. Fran often called at Christmas time, when we caught up on old times. You have our condolences, she will be missed.Maureen- do you still have my e-mail address? Love, Marge
Maureen, Brad and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have a lot of good memories of hanging out at your house growing up. Your folks were always so nice to be around. I am sure she will be missed. Take care Lori
Shannon Family know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Fran will be missed by all that knew her.
How very sad to hear of Fran’s passing. She was such a joy to be around. When I would come to visit my cousin, Edna Adams, Fran was always part of my visit. Her passing leaves quite a void in everyone’s life.
Maureen and family — offering our sympathy in the death of your mom.
Tom, Terry, Maureen & Steve, I am so sorry to hear about your mother, she was a wonderful person. I always enjoyed visiting with her. It was so nice growing up in our neighborhood with all the extra ‘Moms’. Just wanted to let you all know you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Our deepest sympathy goes to Fran’s family…..She was a loving,caring person………and I am sure she will be missed..by family and friends…. We knew Paul and Fran….and remember many happy events during the school days in Elma… ..Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time…. Keith & Avis Roethler
We wanted to extend our deepest condolences to the entire Shannon family. Your mother was a beautiful person who we enjoyed visiting with wherever we saw her. She will be missed by all her family and friends, but the memories will always be fondly cherished. God bless you all in this time of sadness.
Shannon family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time, Fran was such a great person and will be missed by many.
We are sorry to hear about your mom, Terry. We are thinking of you and your family at this sad time.
Maureen and Shannon family, We’re so sorry to her the loss of your mom. You’re in our thoughts and prayers. Mark & Jolene
I am saddened to hear of Aunt Fran’s passing. I have fond memories of her from when we were young and I used to stay overnight! My prayers are with you all.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Shannon family. May all your fond memories of Fran help carry you through this difficult time. She was a spirited lady and always so much fun to be around. Fran will live on forever in her family. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. Bob and Cyndy Weiglein
Our sympathy to the Shannon Family….Moms are such special people, and the void is so painfully apparent. Cherish the memories.
Maureen, and Shannon family, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s death. Losing a mother is very hard. You are all in my thoughts.
To all the Shannon family – Our heartfelt sympathies go out to all of you at this difficult time. I always enjoyed my little visits with her at the nursing home. She will be greatly missed. Our love to you all
Shannon family, your in our thoughts and prayers. Fran will be greatly missed by all. She was a wonderful lady that all should be very proud of.
So very sorry to hear about Miss Fran. We are so glad that we were able to chat with her a bit a few weeks ago at the care center. Such a sweet, sweet spirit! Wonderful lady that is going to be missed greatly! Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Love, Brenda, Neil and Sharon
OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE SHANNON FAMILY. SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOVED ONE PASSING GOD BLESS YOU ALL DAVE AND MARGE MAYO 1080 KELLY DR. NASHVILLE N.C. 27856
Terry, Vonnie, Tori, and Gina and the Shannon family….our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I have many great childhood memories of Fran and Maureen. Fran was a great lady and will be missed by all.
to the Shannon family~~ I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Fran… she was a great lady and it reflects in all of you!! May you find strenght in one another at this time of loss….. my thoughts and prayers are w/ you all. Staci
Vonnie, Terry & Family – sorry to hear of your loss. God Bless you during this time. Jamie & Trish Wegner
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Fran’s family.