SHANNON, Laurence Arnold
1935-2022
Born in Rahab, Alberta on September 1, 1935 to Raymond and Esther Shannon, Laurence was the middle of five children. He grew up in the Eaglesham area and was educated at the Fox Creek School and then attended the Spirit River High School. Laurence later settled in Grande Prairie, where he met his wife, Marge. They were married on September 23, 1972 and had two children, Samantha and Kane.
Laurence spent 1960-1992 with ATCO Power, first as a Lineman and then later as a Construction and Maintenance Supervisor. After an early retirement, he went to work at Happy Trails RV, from 1997-2011, as a Salesman then General Manager.
He had a passion for restoring antique cars and owned many throughout his lifetime. Laurence also had a real love for travel and spent each summer camping in the Okanagan with his family and then later travelling extensively to the US, Europe, the Caribbean and Mexico. He and Marge spent the last 17 winters in Mazatlan, Mexico. In 2011, they moved to Airdrie, AB to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Being near and caring for them, was his absolute greatest pleasure.
Laurence is lovingly remembered by his wife, Marge; sister, Jermaine Wunderly; brother, Jerry Shannon; daughter, Samantha (Scott) McGarty; son, Kane (Candice) Shannon; grandchildren, Nolan & Myla McGarty and Wil and Raylene Shannon. He was predeceased by his brother, Dave Shannon; sister, Ardis Suek; and brothers-in-law, George Wunderly and Ralph Suek. He will be greatly missed by many dear friends, family and colleagues.
Laurence passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 3, 2022.
A Celebration of Life honouring Laurence is scheduled in the coming week and attendees will be notified by invitation.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Laurence Arnold Shannon September 3rd 2022..
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Décès pour la Ville: Airdrie, Province: Alberta