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Published July 14, 2010, 12:00 AM

Shannon Simonson, 31

Shannon Marie Simonson, 31, died Thursday, July 8, 2010.

Shannon Marie Simonson, 31, died Thursday, July 8, 2010.

Shannon was born June 24, 1979 in Alexandria, the youngest of three children, to Randy and Dawn (Aslagson) Simonson. She attended Jefferson High School in Alexandria.

Shannon always lived life to the fullest. She was a true caregiver, which was shown in her love for her three children, Deiven, Alivia and Amelia. She also loved taking care of other people. When her mom hurt her back, Shannon was always there, helping making sure Dawn was OK. She also loved her job – helping people with chemical dependency – and was an aid at senior group homes.

She is survived by her parents, Randy and Dawn; three children, Deiven, Alivia and Amelia; two brothers, Shon and wife, Wendy, of Brandon, Shane and wife, Kathleen, of Colorado; friend, Travis Wells; four nieces and two nephews; several aunts, uncles and cousins. She will be greatly missed and was truly loved by her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents.

Funeral services were held on Monday, July 12 at Good Shepherd Church in Alexandria with the Rev. Wade Meyer officiating.

Pallbearers were Randy Simonson, Travis Wells, Marty Simonson, Gary Aslagson, Rick Ringold and Rick Simonson.

Burial was at Evergreen Cemetery in Alexandria.

Arrangements are with Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria; www.andersonfuneral.net.

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kathe p.
07/14/2010 4:00 PM

Dawn Randy and family. No words can be said in a death a tragic as a child, just know that prayers are being said for your family to help ease the pain and go on with life.. It will be very hard to do, as you look at Shannons girls and see her.. She will always be there watching over you all and smiling down on you thanking you for the life you did give her. She may be gone, but she lives in hearts of many. Kathe, Missy and jessy powers 1512 9th ave sw apt B Faribault mn 55021

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