Shannon Marie Simonson was born on June 24, 1979, in Alexandria, Minnesota the youngest of three children to Randy and Dawn (Aslagson) Simonson. She attended Alexandria High School. 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. Shannon died on Thursday, July 8, 2010. She is survived by her parents: Randy & Dawn; three children: Deiven, Alivia, Amelia; two brothers: Shon & wife, Wendy of Brandon; Shane & 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, 2010, 11:00 a.m. at Good Shepherd Church in Alexandria with Rev. Wade Meyer officiating. Pallbearers were Randy Simonson, Travis Wells, Marty Simonson, Gary Aslagson, Rick Ringold, Rick Simonson.