Colleen M. Shannon
12/15/2012

Colleen M. Shannon, of Hewitt, NJ, passed away on December 15, 2012 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Suffern, NY.  She was 56 years old.

Born on May 3, 1956 in Jersey City, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Joseph T. and Edna May (Nolan) Shannon.

A graduate of DePaul High School, she worked for 33 years at the Warwick Valley Telephone Company, Warwick, starting as a Switchboard Operator and then as Human Resource Manager. 

An avid pet lover, Colleen loved her dog, Nora, and enjoyed feeding the swans and ducks at the family home in Upper Greenwood Lake on the lake every day.

She is survived by her twin sister, Cody Sullivan and her husband Peter of Warwick, NY; her sister, Maureen Shannon and her husband, Terry Gustafson of Nichols, NY;  her nieces and nephews: Christopher Shannon of San Diego, CA, Scott Shannon of Wilmington, DE, Erin Shannon-Kumar of Wilmington, DE, Daniel Gustafson of Vernon, NJ, Charles Papp, Jr. of Deerfield Beach, FL, and Tara Bajar of Jupiter, FL.  She was predeceased by a brother, William Joseph Shannon and a sister, Catherine Papp.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 19th, from 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Lazear-Smith & Vander Plaat Memorial Home, 17 Oakland Ave., Warwick, NY.  Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am on Thursday at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, 1911 Union Valley Road, Hewitt, NJ.  Time of funeral mass to be announced.

Memorial donations may be made to Boxer Angels Rescue, Inc., PO Box 543, N. Bellmore, NY  11710.

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My sympathies, Cody - your sister possessed a gentle spirit and compassionate heart.
by Denise Lavoie
09/30/2013
Cody and family, I was so sorry to hear of Colleen's passing. Though it has been many , many years since our paths have crossed, I remember our QoP days with love, gratitude, and wonderful memories. The bond you shared can never be broken, and she will live forever in your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. I have always remembered Colleen and you fondly. Wishing you peace....Patti
by Patti Curtis
01/02/2013
For Colleen, from Maureen: I thought I saw your face today, in the sparkle of the sun. And then I heard the angel say, "Her work on Earth is done." I thought I heard your voice today, then laugh your hearty laugh. And then I heard the angel say, "There's peace little one at last." I thought I felt your touch today, in the breeze that rustled by. And then I heard the angel say, "The spirit never dies." I thought that you had left me, for the stars so far above. And then I heard the angel say, "You left me with your love!" I thought that I would miss you, and never find my way. And then I heard the angel say, "You'll be with me everyday !!!"
by Maureen Shannon
12/26/2012
Dear Cody, I'm so sad to hear of Colleen's passing. I remember your sister as a sweet and gentle friend. It truly saddens me to hear of your loss of your twin sister. I pray that God Himself will assuage your grief. God Bless you Cody... And I hope you have as Happy a Christmas as possible. Love... Owen Kelly
by Owen Kelly
12/23/2012
Cody my heart aches for you right now. Im am so sorry.Colleen is sitting with the angels, Your Mom, dad sister and brother, They will share a wonderful Holiday and you will be in their hearts. May God bless you and your family barbara
by Barbara Weiss LaBonte
12/23/2012
So sorry to hear the news of Colleen. I just lost my Dad also Nov. 15th. Cherish your memories together. I can still remember how you two dressed alike! Again, my condolences, Linda Meyers (Sinsabaugh).
by Linda Meyers
12/21/2012