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Obituary
Lisa Shannon of Williamstown, MA passed away peacefully in her sleep after a battle with Lewy Body Dementia, on August 22nd. Lisa was born in Queens, NY in 1945 and grew up in Hempstead, NY. She was the daughter of Philip and Gwendolyn Horwitz. Lisa graduated from Vassar College, Brooklyn Law School, and Bank Street College of Education. She pursued her passion for children by teaching elementary school for over 40 years in New York …
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I remember Lisa so fondly as a child and young adult growing up in Laurelton. Lisa's parents Gwen and Phil were my pare…
I remember Lisa so fondly as a child and young adult growing up in Laurelton. Lisa's parents Gwen a…
I remember Lisa so fondly as a child and young adult growing up …
Dear Eric and Michael,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss - the loss of your wonderful and amazing Mother. Although our …
Dear Eric and Michael,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss - the loss of your wonderful and amazing M…
Dear Eric and Michael,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss - the l…
Due to a medical issue, I am, unfortunately, unable to attend today’s memorial service for Lisa. However, I would like…
Due to a medical issue, I am, unfortunately, unable to attend today’s memorial service for Lisa. H…
Due to a medical issue, I am, unfortunately, unable to attend to…
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What were Lisa's favorite vacation spots?
Cape Cod
Cape Cod
Cape Cod
What were Lisa's favorite songs or musical artists?
Joan Baez, John Prine, The Band
Joan Baez, John Prine, The Band
Joan Baez, John Prine, The Band
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Cause of death
Dementia
Method of disposition
Cremation
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Cremation Society of New Hampshire
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