In Remembrance Of

Mike Shannon

Michael Keith Shannon, 68, of Kansas City, passed away, January 15, 2019.

He was born on September 7, 1950 to Robert Keith and Esther Jean (Moreland) Shannon in Smithville. Mike grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School. He attended Central Missouri State University. Mike then served his country in the U.S Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

Mike worked for United Bakery Equipment in Kansas City, and was later a carpenter. Mike enjoyed making jewelry, loved his dogs and spending time with his granddaughters.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Keith and Jean Shannon, daughter, Jennifer Lyn Shannon, and brother-in-law, John Michael James.

Mike is survived by his son, Chris Shannon and wife Lisa; granddaughters, Michelle Atkins, Makenzie Shannon, Makayla Shannon; sisters, Beth James and Kathy Atkins and husband Greg; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Memorial Service: 3:00 p.m. Monday, January 21st at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with visitation one hour prior to the service.Donations may be made to the KC Pet Project.

Inurnment will be held at Terrace Park Cemetery at a later date.

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5 comments

  • William & Rebecca Loeschner
    5 months ago Reply

    Condolences to the family …. the following poem says it better than I can.

    Those we love
    can never more
    then a thought away …

    For as long as there’s
    a memory they live in
    our heart to stay.

  • Paul Porter
    5 months ago Reply

    So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. I went to school with Mike and I am Deloris Moreland’s nephew.

  • Jeanne Schroeder Epperson
    5 months ago Reply

    So sorry for your loss. Mike was a great friend and he will be missed. We go way back and it was great when he was able to come to our class get togethers. I know Mike was tired and he fought his battle long and hard. May he now rest in the peace he deserves.

  • Shannon Atkins Lo Pizzo
    5 months ago Reply

    We will be with the entire family in thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sending our love.

  • Shauna & Tony Martinez
    5 months ago Reply

    We are so sorry to hear about Mike’s passing! I remember him playing basketball ball back in high school! We know with his loss & your recent loss of your mother that you certainly have had a difficult time! Sending our deepest sympathies to all of your family! With Love, Shauna & Tony

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