Shannon G. Metz
BURRTON - Shannon G. Metz, 61, of rural
Burrton died peacefully at Halstead Health and Rehabilitation on
Saturday, October 27, 2018. Shannon was born August 26, 1957 in
Hutchinson, KS. She was the oldest child of Charles L. Metz.
She was raised by her grandparents.
Revae and Cecil Vansickle on a farm in rural Burrton. She lived
within a mile of that farm her entire life. She was a 1975 graduate
of Buhler High School. At different times she was employed in retail
sales at Sears; in management at Orschelns; and as a Park Ranger at
Harvey County West Park. She also farmed. Her cows, horses, goats, a
mule, several dogs and cats were her immediate family-all with names
and personalities.
Shannon enjoyed all types of outdoor
activities such as hunting, fishing, and froggin’. She also enjoyed
barrel racing and golf. Most important to her were her family and
friends she made over the years. She treasured them and kept in
contact with them through phone calls, cards and letters. She was
always there when anyone needed help.
Shannon was preceded in death by her
father, grandparents, and a brother, Sheldon Metz. Shannon is
survived by her sister, Marie Metz, Miami, Fla.,; newphew, Joshua
Metz, Hutchinson; niece, Jana Banker, Santa Monica, CA; and many
cousins.
Cremation has taken place with a
memorial service to be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to
The Humane Society of the United States in care of her cousin, Kent
Rudicel; 1700 S. Worthington Rd. Burrton, KS 67020
