William J. Shanley
William J. Shanley, age 67, of Galway, Ireland and formerly of Fairfield, passed away suddenly on October 11, 2011 in Ireland.
Born in Bridgeport to the late Walter and Margaret Shanley, he was a graduate of Bullard Havens and was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War having served in Okinawa. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Boston Scientific; Brooklawn Liquor Store and was a bartender at the Beachside.
Bill was a member of the Gaelic American Club and was proud of his Irish heritage. He lived in Ireland for the last twelve years. He was also a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and a Eucharistic Minister.
Bill is survived by his daughter, Meghan Suzanne of Waterbury; two sisters, Margaret Jarboe of Seal Beach, CA and Rita Tomasko of Guilford; sister-in-law, Esther Shanley of Bridgeport; four grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Anne Fenton and his brother, Walter.
Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, November 14, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. directly at Our Lady of Assumption Church in Fairfield. Interment is private.
We’ll miss you Uncle Billy!
Debbie
Rest in Peace Uncle Bill. You are deeply missed.
Lisa
To the Shanley Family,
I extend my sincere condolences in the passing of your beloved, Bill. He was friends with my late husband, Jim Gallagher, since they were kids. I have known Bill since the mid 1990′s and instantly realized what a good person he was and great friend to Jim and all the Gallaghers.
I was fortunate to see Bill when he visited the States last year. We visited Jim and Bev at the Cemetery. I will always remember Bill, and remember his kindness and friendship.
Billy was one hell of a guy. We had some good times together. Both JoAnne and I wish to sincerely express our condolences to the Shanley family.
May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be ever at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face and the rain fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the hollow of his hand. ~Irish Blessing
God Bless you, Uncle Bill.
Love Always,
John, Donna and Michael
I am very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He will certainly be remembered for his generous spirit
and quick smile. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.