With broken hearts we announce the passing of James Shanahan on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 surrounded by the love of his family and the compassionate staff of the Huron Hospice at the age of 70.
Beloved husband of Rose for 48 years. Loving father of Christy (Todd) and Chad (Naomi). Treasured grandpa of Jenna, Hailey, Kyle and Jayden. Dear brother of Edna and Hazel Anne, sister in-laws of Reta and Cathy and brother in-law Frank (Mary Ellen). Predeceased by his parents, Hazel and Aloysius, brothers Don (Leota), Tom (Pearl), Pat, Dan, Maurice, John, and Charles.
Jim and Rose ran a family business for over 20 years. Jim was a man of profound faith, family and was a man of honour. Jim dedicated a lot of time to The Knights of Columbus and St. Peter’s Church. Jim loved guitar, golf, travel, a dance, and good times with friends and family and will be missed dearly.
Due to Covid Restrictions, we will be having a small private service, but we would like to extend an invitation to a Drive By Celebration of Life on Monday, August 2, 2021 at 2pm. The Drive By Celebration will be held at The Knights of Columbus Centre at 390 Parsons Court in Goderich, where everyone can show their love, support and condolences to our family, while showing our appreciation to the Huron Hospice.
We will be raising money to donate to the Huron Hospice, to thank them for making the final days of Jim’s life more bearable for him and our family. We can not express our heartfelt gratitude for the care and compassion of the staff and nursing care. They will forever be in our hearts.
If you cannot attend the Drive By Celebration and wish to donate to the Huron Hospice, you can donate through GoFundMe at https://gofund.me/cb6c33ab
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Cindy Brennan
This photo of Jim is so perfect! It shows exactly the gentleman that we remember. Always smiling, ready to greet you happily. Our deepest sympathy to all of the family and sending a special hug to Rose. Hope you and dad are up there watching over the Knights, and having some good old talks!
Christa Weber
My deepest sympathies to all the family in this difficult time.
Shirley Darbyson
My heartfelt sympathy to you Rose and all your family.
Jim was such a kind and caring person.
Tim and Dianne Collyer
Our sincere sympathy, Rose and family Thinking of you as you mourn the loss and celebrate the life of a great guy.
Claire Reynolds
Dear Rose and Family,
We are so very sorry for the huge loss you must be feeling at this very sad time. Jim was a well loved man, who took a lot of pride in what he did, he was a huge part of the St. Peter’s parish community, The Knights of Columbus and did so much over the years with the rosary program at St. Marys school. He was a true example of a selfless human being, and will be greatly missed by all! Hold on to the happy memories you made with him and lean on those around you to see you through this difficult time.
Our Sympathy,
Mike and Claire Reynolds
Doug Jaffray
Shirl and I would like to pass on our heart felt condolences to Rose and the family. We new Jim from Noah’s Ark, a seniors club in Florida were Jim and I and many others learned to play guitar. Jim reminds me of the words of a song that goes something like this.
He always had a smiling face, anytime and any place.
That was Jim. A great guy who will be dearly missed.
Jim and Pat Martin
Rose, Chad, Christy and families: Please know that our warmest thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you at this time. Jim was a leader. He was great at leading the Rosary volunteers at St. Mary’s school. My faith has deepened because of Jim.
Meris Harvey
Rose and family…..my heart aches for your deep loss. God has a place reserved for Jim in heaven. He was a devoted family man, a leader in our church, an active community member, and a wonderful human being. He will be sorely missed and remembered by not only his family, but the community at large. Fly with the angels Jim.
Shirley Snowden
To Rose and family we wish to express our deepest sympathy. From Shirley Snowden and family.
Denise Morris
Rose you were so lucky to be blessed with Jim for so many years. He was a wonderful person and a great asset to our parish. Jim will be greatly missed by many of us. God Bless you and your family and may Our Lady of Good Council give you strength. God Bless Denise
Sjani craig
To Rose and the family,
I am so sorry for your loss. When i first met Jimmy in Clinton in the early 70’s he worked at bank of montreal. he was always so kind and such a fun loving person.
When I moved to Goderich in 1980 I renewed my acquaintance. Jim would always raising a hand in greeting when he saw me, and many a time a little catch up was in order.
The community will miss him, as he was outgoing and always willing to help.
May God have a special spot for Jimmy in heaven.
Hazel Govier
Rose, Chad, Christy and families:
So very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to the entire family
Doug Bowers and Hazel Govier
Lesley Walker
With heavy heart wishing you all peace in Jim”s passing.
He was a very nice man and appreciated all he had done for my children and I when Rose and he ran Foodland.
KofC will not be the same. Prayed to all during this time. Till we meet again Jim Thankyou
David Cann
Dear Rose and family,
We were truly blessed to have known Jim. He lead his life by example and his actions were always firmly based in his steadfast belief in missionary work. Always genuine and dedicated to the betterment of all, Jim’s mentorship will be sadly missed by the Knights of Columbus, the St. Peter’s parishioners, and the community at large. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the Shanahan family. Take comfort knowing that your patriarch is now in the loving hands of our Lord. Please accept our sincerest condolences.
David Cann & Mary Ann Hogan
Christine (Kerr) McWhinney
Rose, Christy, Chad and Family
Jim was always friendly and had a huge smile on his face. Such a big loss for you all and for the community. Always willing to lend a hand he did so much for the Church and the community in general. He will be missed. Keeping you all in my thoughts.
Kevin and Donna Shanahan
We are so very sorry for your loss. Uncle Jimmy was an absolutely wonderful man and we will all miss him terribly. We are sorry that we cannot be there today for the memorial but you are all in our minds and hearts. Hugs to all of you.
Cheryl Lawson
Wishing to express my deepest condolences on the passing of Jim to Rose, Chad, Christy and the rest of Jim’s family.
Rose, Chad and Christy I remember you all during my Mother’s Foodland days and have such fond memories there.
Thinking of everyone affected by this great loss and keeping all of you close in prayer. Hugs!!
Lowell and Barb. Steeves
So sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Rose, and all your family.
Take care, and may the Lord be with you.
Sincerely, Lowell and Barb.
Rosemary Beange
To Rose & family,
Our sincere condolence to you on the passing of Jim.
He was always so friendly when ever we met. Cherish
your memories.
Allan & Rosemary
Edward & Darla Roch
Rose and Family, our deepest condolences with respect to Jim’s passing. What a great guy he was and we will miss him very, very much.
Susan Sindrey
Busiest man I ever knew…worked with him at the Columbus Centre for almost 9 years….always on the Run!
Columbus Hall, Knights work and fundraisers, Shanahan’s Meats, School Rosary Programs, Hall projects, Church projects,
The list never ended — he will leave a big hole in the Community. If Heaven is what we make of it, there will be lots of
green grass, gentle breezes, and time for him to play golf everyday!
Evelyn Boyce
My condolences to Rose and Family. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.
Shirley Erb
To Rose and all of Jims family Jim was a great person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe and Mary Ryan
Sorry Rose and family to hear of the death ofJim . He was a great and kind man. New Jim very well through the 3rd and 4th Degree. Our sympathy and prayers for you all .
Joe and Mary Ryan.
Mary Forrest
Rose and family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brian and Gayle King
Our sincere condolences to the family. He will be greatly missed by them and by all his friends.
Gerald and Truce Ten Hag
Dear Rose and family, Our heartfelt condolences to all of you . Always enjoyed the golf games .A great person.
Gerald and Truce Ten Hag.
Kate Carter
Rose, Christy, Chad and families, I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I will always remember his fun and loving enthusiasm for others. It truly was a pleasure working at Foodland with all of you. Fondly remembered always 🙏
Doug and Rosalie Jamieson
Rose and family: Our sympathy, prayers and condolences on the too early passing of your beloved husband and father. Jim was one of the good guys. Remembering good times in Florida and at the hall. May the Lord bless you, give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
……Doug and Rosalie
Phyllis Edwards
My sincere condolences to you Rose. Chad and Christy and your families.. Also to Jim’s sisters Edna and Hazel Ann. Cherish your Memories. My Prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Judi williams
Rose, Christy and Chad, and families… My sympathy to you . at this difficult time,, Jim was a great man, and will always be remembered,,, RIP Jim…..
Joan McCallum
Rose and family: Wherever a loving soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories which you will have to cherish forever. Sending hugs, love and lots of prayers to you and your family. So sorry for your loss.
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Rose and family – You are close in our hearts with prayer and sympathy.
Jim’s love for you – will always be with you and be your strength.
We will always remember – how special Jim was – in our lives and many others.
Love – Cecelia and Don
Raye and Dianne Armstrong
Rose, Christy, Chad and families. Our deepest sympathy to all. Jim will certainly be missed. Keep your beautiful memories close to your hearts. Thinking of you at this very sad time. Raye and Dianne❤️
Jim Mulhern
Our condolences to Rose and family.
Jim & Mona Mulhern
Wayne Bouck
A tireless champion of causes, Jim’s dedication to family, church and friends is something to be revered and duplicated.
Jim will be deeply missed in our community. RIP.
Evie Shand
Rose, Christy, Chad and Families,
There are simply no words that I can say that will ease the pain of your great loss. Jim was a wonderful, caring man, a gentleman and I am honoured to have known him. He will be sorely missed. Sending lots of love and prayers to everyone. 🙏❤️
Love,
Evie
Jim Bissett
My sincere condolences to the entire family of Jim . He will be missed by so many that he touched their lives in some way ! Keep your memories close and dear to your heart .
Jim ,Denise and Family
Sharon Baltzer
Jim was a wonderful and will be greatly missed.
He was our son’s first boss and a better teacher he couldn’t have had.
Always looked forward to Jim’s infectious smile and great sense of humour.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Rose, Christy, Chad and there families.
Doug and Sharon Baltzer,
Cathy and Steve Walters,
and Kevin and Patti Baltzer
Sue Swan
Rose & Family
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss of Jim . Truly a Wonderful man!
He will rest well forever in the hearts’ of all whom loved him.