Thomas Patrick Shanley Jr.

1920 - 2017

Thomas Patrick Shanley Jr. obituary, 1920-2017, Auburn, CA

BORN

1920

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Chapel of the Hills

1331 Lincoln Way

Auburn, California

Thomas Shanley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 17, 2017.

Thomas Patrick Shanley Jr. passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 surrounded by family. Pat was born in the same bedroom as his dad on the Shanley homesteaded property here in Auburn CA on July 17, 1920. Pat rode to Edgewood school on horseback as a youngster and later attended Placer High School. After graduation Pat began work for Ma Bell as a lineman. Pat met and married the love of his life Mary Kaffka from Lincoln. He enlisted in the Army during WWII and was stationed in Missouri for three and a half years as a drill instructor and trainer of troops in communications. After the war, Pat and Mary returned to the family property in Auburn, built their home, and raised two daughters Suzy and Judy. Pat and Mary stayed in the home they built for the rest of their lives surrounded by family and friends.

For the 39 years Pat worked as a lineman for Ma Bell, he traveled all over Placer County "shootin trouble" and wiring houses with phones. Pat prided himself as a cowman and raised Herford cattle well into his 80's. Pat was actively involved in the Placer County Farm Bureau during this time. Pat and Mary belonged to the Jeans and Queens's square dance club and spent 25 years of their retirement dancing and camping.

Pat is survived by his daughter Suzy Ronk and her partner John of Auburn, son-in-law Bob Ragar Sr. of Pahrump, NV, his grandchildren Maurine Michelle Santiago and her husband David of Auburn, Tom Ragar and his wife Wendy of Reno, NV, Bob Ragar Jr. and his wife Tashianna of Reno, NV, and 7 great grandchildren (Cole, Ebbett, Olivia, Adeline, Tommy, Ethan and Aiden).

The visitation will be at Chapel of the Hills Mortuary 4:00 till 8:00 pm, Monday May 22, 2017. Blessings will be at Chapel of the Hills Tuesday May 23, 2017 at 10:00 am with interment following at the New Auburn Cemetery, 1040 Collins Drive at 11:00am.

Memorial donations may be made in Pat's name to the charity of your choice through Chapel of the Hills.

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June 6, 2017

Heather

To the family of Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss him dearly. Please find comfort in knowing one day we will see our loved ones again. John 6:40, Matthew 5:5.

May 28, 2017

Suzie DeCamp

My heart to yours Suzy and John. Your Dad must have been a good Dad as he sure raised two great daughters. ❤

May 26, 2017

Inez Eckland

May the comfort of God and all the memories help you during this difficult time.

May 25, 2017

Collin & Judi Box

We are deeply saddened & sorry for your family's loss.
Pat was a very interesting, kind hearted, positive, full of life man he will be deeply missed.

May 23, 2017

KELLEY

MAY THE THOUGHT OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARING IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV.17:17

May 22, 2017

Anonymous Anonymous

Pat was definitely a treasure and will truly be missed

May 21, 2017

Andy Sarcinella

Suzy,sorry for your loss

May 21, 2017

Richard Scott

Sue - Sorry for your loss

May 21, 2017

Brian Hansen

May 21, 2017

Eva Mae Hansen-Rankin

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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