After a courageous fight, Shannon grew her wings at Jessica’s House on Thursday, July 2, 2020 of Exeter at the age of 21. Loving daughter of Lorne and Nicole (Clark) Rogers of Exeter. Cherished sister of Claire and Atley. Dear granddaughter of Dana Clark and Rebecca Towns, Michelle Farias, Wendy Rogers, Gerry Lane and great-granddaughter of James and Sandra Clark. Dear niece of Kaitlin Clark, Kirsten Clark, Stephanie Kappes, Deanna Farias, Megan Farias, and Ryan Rogers. Loved by her many family members and friends. She will be missed by her furry friend Jasper. Predeceased by grandparents Karen Smithrim, and Norman Rogers.
Shannon was an enthusiastic English and History major at Sir Wilfred Laurier in Brantford. She was a strong advocate for the LGBTQ community, First Nations, and new Canadians. She had a strong voice for those whom she thought needed it most. Her strong independence and dedication towards others helped her to start a charity providing ‘Birthday Boxes’ to children at the Children’s Hospital of Southwestern Ontario. She made sure that their birthdays were special, all the while fighting her own battle. She always put others first.
Following Shannon’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family celebration will take place at a later date.
Donations to ChildCan or the SHDHS Shannon Rogers Scholarship Fund (cheques made payable to The Foundation for Education) would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Jillien Regier
Shannon was an amazing, passionate advocate and woman. I feel fortunate to have gotten to know her and see her talent and sparkle first hand through the Cultural Collective. Shannon will be so missed. Sending my love and thoughts to her family.
Patty Brintnell
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Shannon was a talented, genuine soul and a pleasure to teach. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike & Patty Brintnell
Maja
My dear friend Shannon,
I met you at the YACC retreat in March and we automatically became friends.
You even offered to do a reading for me with your tarot cards.
My heart is broken hearing this news. I’m going to miss our chats.
Until we see each other again. Love you baby grl xoxo
Zile
I’m very sorry for your loss. Shannon worked with our tutoring team last summer at the Brantford Public Library. I remember her passion and enthusiasm for working with the students and her high energy and love of reading and writing.
Lucy Langis
Nicole, Lorne, Atley and Claire,
We were very sorry to hear of Shannon passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Paul, Lucy, Bronwyn and Gryffin
Greg Vader
We are very saddened to learn about Shannon’s passing. Please know that we are thinking about your family and wish you our deepest sympathies.
The Vaders
Marnie Wilson-Kent
Dear Michelle,
My deepest condolences in the loss of your beautiful granddaughter. May your memories help to give you some peace in this heartbreaking time. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Thinking of you at this difficult time,
Marnie
Heather, Dennis, Erika, Reegan and Nathan Foran
So very sorry to hear that Shannon has left our world. She is an inspiration to us all and we are all better for having known her. May she be at peace now – and look out for you all from above
Bonnie Royal
Dear Nicole. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories of your short time with Shannon, give you strength to shoulder through this difficult time. Warm hugs to you.
Scott Bogart
Lorne, Nicole, Clair and Atley,
So sorry to hear of Shannon’s passing. Thinking of you guys during this difficult time. Our sincere condolences.
Scott , Lynda, Luke and Heath Bogart
Ken Millar & Barb Leyser
Nicole, Lorne. Claire & Atley: We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Shannon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ken Millar & Barb Leyser
George and Sue Wilson
Lorne, Nicole and family, we send our heartfelt condolences on Shannon’s passing. We too, know how sad it is to lose a child. I would ask Lorne at Hansen’s how his daughter was doing. Cherish your precious memories and hold them close to your heart. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson
Kelly
I’m so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter and sister! Her passion for helping others is an amazing legacy, that will forever continue! She fought a good fight! What a privilege that you were chosen as her family!
Lori And Brad Baker
Our sincere sympathies to your entire family. Shannon will be missed by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe Chiarella
My deepest condolences to your family you are all in my prayers 🙏
Janet Tozer
Dear Nicole, Lorne and Family. My thoughts are with you as you grieve the passing of your daughter Shannon. I understand that Shannon was a remarkable young woman. Keep your loving memories close and take care. Nicole I know you through your Dad and Aunt Tracy.
Tracy McLennan
Lorne, Nicole, Claire, Atley and family,
Shannon was a rare gift of a human who touched so many lives. Her discussions in our history classes and her ideas were always so thought provoking. She made me smile with her tenacity, and I won’t ever forget her speaking at the school’s Terry Fox Run a few years ago. She always thought of others and showed us what one person could do to improve the lives of those around us. Shannon was a champion. She took a piece of this teacher’s heart with her. I loved her and will miss her presence in this world. My deepest condolences to you all and I pray that the love of your family and friends sustain you through the days ahead.
Love to you all.
Jannet Smithrim
Dear Nicole, Lorne and family
Our hearts are going out to you all for the loss of your precious girl. Grandma Karen will have been waiting to welcome her with loving arms.
You must be so incredibly proud of her and all that she accomplished in her short life. She lived it to the fullest and gave it her best!
With Love,
Aunt Jann, Andy, Matthew and Julia and Karissa
Brenda, Jason, Jacob, and Ava Hill
Our deepest condolences to you all. Shannon was a special young woman, wise beyond her years. Her fight was long and courageous. She was an inspiration to many. Peace be with you at this impossibly difficult time.
Devlin, Theron, Greg & Diane R.
We are sadden to know you lost a precious member. Our thoughts & prayers to you all.
She has left this place, in a better condition than she found it! A gift for everyone.
Brooklyn Martin
My condolences to Shannon’s family. I worked with her last year at the library and she was a great part of our team. She will be missed by many.
Anita
Our deepest condolences go out to you at this hard time, may you find peace in the days to come. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Anita with Family
Sandy Smeenk
Dear Nicole, Lorne, Claire, Atley, Dana, Rebecca and family,
While we did not have the opportunity to meet your wonderful daughter Shannon, we have heard so much about her over the years and know what an incredible person she was to so many. Our deepest condolences in your great loss. There aren’t words to express the sadness we feel in this loss for your whole family and everyone that loved Shannon.
Sincerely,
Sandy, Tom, Taylor, Olivia and Austin
Liz Stuckless
So incredibly sad to hear this news. Thinking of you all during this devastating and sorrowful time.
Hugging you tightly,
Liz
Chuck and Judy Mallette
With a noble heart and fierce determination, Shannon has always worked to make things better for others. We are so very sorry to hear of her passing. Our condolences and sympathy to all Shannon’s loved ones.
Linda Jones
How you must feel is beyond our imagination. Sad, so sad to lose Shannon. May the support of family and friends be of some comfort at this most difficult time. ~Love from Linda & Don
Scott Osborne
My deepest condolences. Shannon was a special person and student.
Gracie & Jillian
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to the Roger family. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time❤️
Vickie Harvey
Nicole please know how much I care and if you need anything please ask
Isaac Moore
Shannon was an amazing young person who was taken from the world far too soon. As one of her teachers, I saw her struggle with her illness every day from the front of my classroom, and saw her continue the fight well into her adult life. All the while, Shannon put the needs of others front and centre. She was a passionate, hard working, intelligent and caring person. She somehow always found the strength to speak in support of others, despite her own struggles. She continued to spread positivity and spur others into action. If she could find the strength to do that… surely we can all follow her example well into the future. May Shannon rest knowing that her influence has been strong. Love to Shannon’s family at this very difficult time.
Leisa McBride
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you strength in the days that follow. Shannon has left her mark in Exeter. She will always be remembered.
Caresse Bedard
I’m so sorry for the loss of your beautiful and courageous daughter! My thoughts are with you during this time!
Cargo &Marc Clausius
I’m sadden to hear the passing of dear sweet Shannon .❤️ Shannon was small but had a huge heart and Big love for the arts . Holly and her have known each since the young days of brownies to Shannon being part of Holly’s play in high school and supporting Holly’ in her music . Shannon always made an effort to be there for Holly in the audience when she could . Deepest sympathy RIP Shannon
Lisa Hamilton
My deepest and sincere sympathies in your loss. Speak her name often and treasure your memories.
Jana Bayer-Smith
Shannon exemplified all that is good in the world. She was remarkable, and though her time her was short she has left an ever lasting impression on all of us. Thinking of all of you at this very difficult time.
Mike & Leanne Restemayer
Our deepest sympathies to you all. Thinking of you’s at this time.
JoAnne Pickering
So sorry Shannon’s fight is over but what a fight she did! A young lady that would have made such a difference in the world. Sending my deepest condolences to her family and friends.
Amy Shapton
Atley, Claire, Lorne & Nicole,
My heart goes out to you and your family. Shannon was a beautiful soul and will continue to inspire, guide and shine through each of you. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Erica
Lorne, Nicole and family my heart goes out to you all in the passing of your beautiful daughter and sister. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Erica
Bernice Hall Stevenson
My sympathy to all the Family- losing a young person is a difficult journey to travel- hugs
Cheryl Freiter
Lorne Nicole Claire and Atley my deepest sympathy to you all. Your brave daughter fought so hard and with such determination. A true hero for so many.
Our thoughts and prayers for strength for you all at this very sad time.
Erich and Cheryl Freiter
Heather A.
Lorne, Nicole, Claire and Atley,
We are so sorry to hear of Shannon’s passing. Please know that she is in good company up there and will send you signs as the days go by. Let your friends and family’s love surround you and help you get through this painful time. Xoxo Heather, Tony, Owen and Matthew Armstrong
Nicholas DeWolfe
Such a special loving angel I see is now above and may she watch over you all. I’m so very sorry for your loss. My condolences I lost my father to cancer as well. Much love and my heart goes out you all
Sandra McCann
We are so incredibly sorry to hear of the passing of Shannon. It has been a hard battle, but one she and all of you had taken on with fierce determination and strength. Rest in heavenly peace Shannon. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sandra, Darryl McCann and family
Mark Cator
Our deepest sympathies and prayers to your family during this time!!
So very sorry for your loss
Skylarr MacDonald
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. She’s in a better place now though with no suffering. I’m praying for your family and always here if you guys need anything.
Lynn Le Faive
Our deepest sympathies to all. May her memories be with you forever.
Theresia
Lorne, Nicole and family. I am so sorry to hear of Shannon’s passing. My heart and prayers go out to you all.
Alysha Overholt
My deepest sympathies to all. Sending you love and prayers for the difficult days ahead.
B Wilson
That is a lovely-written tribute for an amazing young lady. Shannon will be remembered and you’ll keep her legacy alive. She accomplished so much and helped so many during her short stay. Be at peace, Shannon. I hope your pride for Shannon takes up more room in your hearts in the days and years to come than the overwhelming pain you are feeling. Stay well.
Donna Parsons
Sharing in your sadness and sending you prayers of comfort. Shannon set a great example of strength and courage for us all and she will be greatly missed.
Abby, Tyler, Donna & Jim Parsons
Richard & Colleen Thyssen
So sorry to hear the news. You all are one big amazing family and I know the strength or your love for one another will give you the strength to get you through the darkest days. Sending all our love and prayers 🙏
Shallon Partridge
My heart goes out to you and your family during this diffucult time. Rest In Peace Shannon.
Carissa Desjardine
I am so very sorry for your loss. Shannon was an incredible young lady who left her mark on this world. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karen L Brown
My deepest sympathy to Shannon’s family. Her courage and bravery will give inspiration to others of any age in similar circumstances.
Hugs, Karen
Dayan Boyce
I wish there were words that could do justice, but there aren’t. My deepest and saddest condolences to the whole family for this hard blow. I’m so very sorry for all of you, perhaps especially for Claire and Atley. My thoughts, sympathies, and prayers are focused on you as you struggle with the hole left by Shannon’s absence.
Katie Grant
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Shannon was so, so special. I was lucky to have been her teacher, and I was very proud to have known her. I will miss her very much. Thinking of you all during this most difficult time.
Kim McKay
Lorne and Nicole and family
My deepest condolences in the loss of your beautiful daughter. She was always friendly, polite and an inspiration to all,. May your memories help to give you some peace in this heartbreaking time. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Jessica
I will remember Shannon as a resilient young woman with a determination to “pay it forward” . Thinking of her and her wonderful family during this very challenging time . Jessica
Christine Harris
My deepest sympathy to the Rogers family. Shannon was a lovely young woman, brave and kind. She has inspired so many people through her actions. She will be missed.
louise haggitt
Lorne Nicole and family
sorry to hear of you loss . you are in my prayers ,
May she rest in peace