Shannon Walker, 48 of West Springfield, MA passed away on July 25, 2024. Born in Springfield, MA on November 7, 1975, she was the daughter of Linda (Delano) Butler and Mark Walker. Shannon was a graduate of Westfield Vocational Technical High School and worked in healthcare.  She was a Certified Nursing Assistant, devoted to her patients and known for her wonderful patience working with her elderly clients. Shannon dreamed of being a forensic examiner and enjoyed watching the ID channel including one of her favorite shows Forensic Files.  For recreation and relaxation she cherished a day at the beach, enjoying the soothing ocean waves. She was known for her loyalty to her cherished family and friends and will be deeply missed. In addition to her parents, Shannon leaves her beloved daughter, Shaylyn Paulson and Shay's fiancé Nina Willett, her brother, Shawn Walker, her sister, Rachel Siegel, her cat, Bailey and several cousins and dear friends. Calling hours are Thursday, August 1, 2024 from 4-7 at Curran Jones Funeral Home, 109 Main Street, West Springfield followed by a Funeral Home Service at 7pm. The burial is private.  Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Shannon to Mercy Medical Center of Springfield at Mercy Medical Center Office of Philanthropy, Gift Processing Center, PO Box 320635, Hartford, CT 06132 or online at https://give.mercycares.com/donate.