Gary John William SHANNON

SHANNON, Gary John William - It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Gary John William Shannon on Thursday, March 19, 2009 at age 59 in Whitby. Dear son of Dorothy Barbara (Franks) & the late George Melville Shannon of Peterborough. Brother of Gail Shannon of Campbellford, Brenda (Shannon) & Gordon Bowley of Peterborough, Darrell & VaLoy Shannon of Utah, David & Dianne Shannon of Oshawa. Fondly remembered by 17 nieces & nephews and 6 great nieces & nephews. Gary was a teacher and Vice Principal for seventeen years with Durham District School Board. He also served as the Teacher's Union President. Gary obtained his Masters of Education from the University of Toronto. For the past 23 years, Gary was an active Realtor with Remax. Gary was an avid reader, creative writer, e-mailer, enjoyed composing and playing music on his guitar. He loved to travel and visit with his family and friends. Visitation will be held at MCINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E. Oshawa (905- 433-5558) on Thursday, March 26 from 6-9 PM. Funeral Service will be held at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS (632 Thornton Rd. N. at Rossland Rd. W., Oshawa) on Friday, March 27, 2009 at 12 PM. with visitation 1 hour prior to the service. Interment at Highland Park Cemetery on Bensfort Rd. Peterborough, Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 10 AM. Memorial Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.mcintosh-anderson.com Farewell NORTHERN JOKER. 11450608