Richard Charles Shannon Jr.

VERONA - Richard "Rick" C. Shannon Jr., age 81, of Verona, passed away on Sunday, April 18, 2021, at his home. He was born on May 20, 1939, in Milwaukee, the son of Richard and Ruth (Sanderson) Shannon. He married Janice Krall on June 13, 1981, in Eveleth, Minn. Rick was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Pharmacy School and was a lifelong supporter of UW Badgers football. He enjoyed curling, fishing, traveling, golfing and being with his family, and he loved spending time in Minocqua at the family cottage. He was an active member of Dale Heights Presbyterian Church for many years. Rick worked as an administrator of Colonial Manor in Wausau and took pride in being able to serve others throughout his career. He was an advocate for the people of Wisconsin through his work with the Division of Health as a surveyor and consultant, and he aided many people working through CHRSA and LTCI. Rick loved working with residents in long-term care facilities, and he spent his life helping and serving people, friends and family. Rick is survived by wife, Janice Krall; his children, Ryan (fiancée Amy Witte) Shannon, Cecilia Martinez, Michelle Shannon and Colleen (Mark) Longua; sister, Kathleen Shannon; brother, Thomas Shannon; grandchildren, Airyanna, Natalie and Brielle; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Landon; and brother, William Shannon. A memorial service will be held at DALE HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 5501 University Ave., Madison, at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 20, 2021, with Pastor Roger Roberts presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the start of the service on Thursday. Memorials may be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, Middleton Outreach Ministry (MOM) or Dale Heights Presbyterian Church. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson West Funeral & Cremation Care 7435 University Ave. (608) 831-6761