Larry Lincoln Shannon, 52, of Pittston, died Wednesday, March 28, 2012, at home, after an illness.

Born in Kingston, he was a son of the late Frank William Shannon and Virginia Ann Layaou Shannon. He was a graduate of Pittston Area High School. Prior to his illness, he was employed by Chaucer Press Inc., Duryea. He was a member of the Second Presbyterian Church, Pittston and the Sons of the American Legion, Pittston.

Surviving are his sons, James Shannon, Aberdeen, Md.; Samuel and Frank Shannon, both of Inkerman; his daughter, Shana Ashman, Hughestown; three grandchildren; brothers, John Shannon, Pittston and Edward Shannon, Hughestown; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers, David and Frank Shannon.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2012, at 5:00 P.M. in the Baloga Funeral Home Inc, 1201 Main St., Pittston (Port Griffith) with the Rev. David S. Brague, Pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church, officiating. Relatives and friends may pay their respects during a celebration of Larry's life on Saturday from 3:00 P.M. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to help defray funeral expenses.