Service Details
Homegoing Celebration: Friday, January 26, 2018 at 2:00 pm at Greater Grace Temple, 522 North Memorial Drive
Viewing: at Greater Grace Temple on Friday from 12:00 noon – 2:00 pm
Donté Devel Shannon was born on June 30, 1991 and was taken from this world on January 17, 2018 at the age of 26 years old. He was the first born to Nakia D. Shannon and Vivian L. Johnson.
He attended school in Racine, WI, where he has lived all his life. He enjoyed living, making people laugh, dancing and having fun. He spent the majority of his time with family and friends where he smiled that big beautiful and contagious smile.
He was preceded in death by his maternal great grandparents William Mose, Violet LaMarr, maternal grandparents Daphne Johnson and Norman LaMarr Jr.; paternal great grandfather, Frege Simpson; and paternal great-grandmother, Eva B. Shannon.
He is survived by his father, Nakia D. Shannon, mother Vivian L. Johnson, sisters Chartrice Shannon, Tazaneya Shannon, Nakarra Berryman, one brother, Detrick Wortham, a fiancé, Laquasha Ivory and a daughter Na’Khia Shannon. His paternal grandparents John L. Shannon III, Mary Ann Myers, his great grandfathers, Norman LaMarr Sr. and John L. Shannon, Jr.; great grandmother, Dora Simpson and great great grandmother Laura Harris (AR) and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He will always be remembered by his family and he will definitely be missed by all .
Homegoing Celebration will be held at Greater Grace Temple, 522 North Memorial Drive, on Friday, January 26, 2018 at 2:00 pm. Viewing will be at Greater Grace Temple on Friday from 12:00 – 2:00 pm.
The Hicks Fam says
✊May The Family Be Strong.
Stacey Moore & Family says
We are sorry to hear of your loss. May God continue to comfort & strengthen the Shannon & Simpson families during this difficult time and the days to come. Our family is praying for your family.
Marrica Brown says
Praying for the family
SHALONDA BELL AKA LALA says
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES GOES OUT TO MY FAMILY!
Angie Johnson says
May God bless you and give you strength during your time of bereavement.
Mary Helena says
I am praying that GOD do for you what only He can do.
With Deepest Sympathy.
Tasha Williams says
To the Shannon and Johnson family,
I cannot express my deepest sympathies enough, for your tremendous loss. May Donte’s fondest memories bring you comfort and joy, during this time.
Armintta Marshall Franklin says
To the family Donté I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. I pray that God’s love will bring you peace. Let the memories of Donté comfort your heart. God bless you all!
Johnny & Lynda Jackson says
Our deepest Condolences to the families. Our Prayers are with you.
Annie Mclemore says
Our Prayers and Heartfelt Condolences are With You All. God Bless. The McLemore Family
Jesse Booker says
My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to everyone effected by this tragedy.
The Butler family - Joyce, Vanessa, Brenda, and Greg says
Prayers going up for the Simpson, Shannon, and Johnson family. Praying for peace and stability.
Leona and Rondell Brumby says
Praying God keeps his healing arms around the family and friends for comfort and strength.
Tamara Ellis says
My condolences to you all.
Laquesha Jackson says
Rest Easy Cousin, You Will Forever Be In Our Hearts.
Anonymous says
Rest up donte.. U will truly be missed