Carol Moore Shannon

5/15/26

Carol Moore Shannon passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, after being lovingly cared for throughout the past year by her son, John, and daughters, Allison, Carolyn, and Molly. She leaves behind a lifetime of family and friends who she loved deeply.

Carol was born in Syracuse, NY in 1947 to John and Mabel Moore. As the youngest of four children, she spent her childhood in the University neighborhood of Syracuse before graduating as a proud Nottingham "Bulldog" and later a LeMoyne College "Dolphin." Carol was a dedicated teacher in the Marcellus Central School District, where she formed meaningful friendships with colleagues who shared her deep belief in the transformative power of education.

Carol was incredibly close to her sister, Dorothy Cogswell, and Dorothy's husband, Mike. Their lives were intertwined, and it was through Mike that Carol was introduced to John Shannon, a young attorney in Syracuse. Carol and John were married at St. Therese the Little Flower Church in May 1975 and built a joyful and busy life together while raising their four children in the village of Skaneateles. John and Carol shared a deep devotion to one another, characterized by the care they provided each other throughout their life together

Family, friends, and the music of Frank Sinatra were at the center of Carol’s life. She loved bringing people together for home-cooked meals, often with music playing, conversation filling the room, and everyone feeling welcome. She was a member of Leisure Club, played weekly tennis, and regularly gathered with friends in a group simply known as “Club."

A steadfast highlight of Carol’s week was Wednesday bridge with a special group of ladies who prophetically called themselves “The Mixed Nuts.” An active parishioner of St.

Mary's of the Lake Catholic Church, Carol firmly believed in faith and service to others. She participated in numerous programs including Vincent House Guild, The Fresh Air Fund and, during retirement, baked for Samaritan Center.

Carol happily settled into her ultimate lifetime role as “Gum”. Her grandchildren could do no wrong; she loved sharing some of her favorite hobbies with them, including playing pitch, reading and baking. Her family will remember her beautiful smile and vivacious spirit.

Carol was predeceased by her husband, John Shannon, parents, John and Mabel Moore, and siblings, Elaine Sexton, and John Moore.

She is survived by her daughters, Allison Olley (Michael), Carolyn Shannon (Chris), Molly Shannon, her son John Shannon, and her grandchildren Sean, Sam, and Leo Olley and Ruby and Emmett Donovan.

There will be a Mass for Carol on Wednesday, May 20th at St. Mary’s of the Lake Church at 10 am. All are invited to a celebration of her life immediately following at the Sherwood Inn from 11:00-2:00.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Michael C. Cogswell Scholarship Fund at Marcellus Central Schools or a gift in her memory to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society- Blood Cancer United. https://givenow.bloodcancerunited.org

To send condolences, visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.