Christopher Shannon

Our beloved Christopher Shannon (50), born in Honolulu, Hawaii, went home to be with our Lord on March 1, 2021. His family moved to New Mexico when he was young, and he spent much of his childhood in Los Alamos. He attended Los Alamos High School and swam competitively in long-distance events for the Aquatomics and Los Alamos High School Varsity Swimming. He moved to Albuquerque to attend the University of New Mexico and National American University where he studied computer science and systems security. He then spent his career working as a Computer Engineer contractor for the Department of Defense and Department of Energy. Chris had a passion for history and physics and would eagerly study the events and strategies of times passed. He loved playing strategy board games with family and friends, taking weekend adventures, and making all those around him laugh and rejoice in life. He also loved the Lord Jesus and spent time in the Word learning God's truths. He was overjoyed upon marrying his wife Tawnya and together they celebrated the birth of their son Tyler (now 6). They were the loves of his life and they will cherish his memory, along with his beloved parents Oke and Linda Shannon, brothers Jason and wife Lori with nieces Jaden and Katelynn and nephew Logan, brother Kevin and wife Shauna, along with many uncles, aunts, cousins and a host of other relatives and great friends. Chris was an amazing husband, father, son, brother, and friend who will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. This isn't goodbye – only farewell for now. In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting donations toward an education fund for Chris' son Tyler. If you'd like to donate, please visit https://gofund.me/751e28a1 Arrangements Entrusted to: Riverside Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 505-764-9663