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Shannon Ziss Obituary
Shannon Renee Ziss, 41, passed away surrounded by loving family and friends Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.
She was born June 19, 1984, in Findlay, Ohio.
Left to cherish her memory are her parents, Duane and Beth Ziss; her uncle, David VanAtta; aunts, Darlene (Doug) Perkins and Debra Chamberlin; cousins, Allison Perkins, Alissa Perkins and Stephanie Glaudel; and fur babies, Daisy and Bear.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Murvin and Mary Van Atta, and Merlin and Loraina Ziss; and her uncle, David Ziss.
She was a 2002 graduate of Findlay High School and earned an associate of arts degree from Owens Community College.
On November 6, 2010, she married Christopher Gorman and they later divorced.
She had worked as a bookkeeper, customer service professional, and income tax agent. She also helped with the family business, Ziss Custom Glass.
Shannon was very creative. She especially enjoyed photography and liked to experiment with different photographic techniques. Some of her favorite things to photograph were snowflakes, flowers, and animals. She was able to capture amazing detail in her pictures. She also enjoyed jewelry making, drawing, painting, reading, and learning foreign languages.
She was a member of the Findlay Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses and loved to share her Bible-based hope for a better future with others. (Revelation 21:4)
A memorial will begin at 2 p.m. at the Findlay Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses, 9935 State Route 12 West, Findlay, Saturday, September 6, 2025. Visitation will start at 1 p.m. Mike Gearhart will officiate.
Memorial contributions can be made to World Wide Work of Jehovah's Witnesses. www.https://donate.jw.org/en/US
Coldren-Crates Funeral Home, Findlay, is assisting family with arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shannon Ziss
The Wobsers
September 7, 2025
We were able to go to seldom worked with Shannon years ago. She always had a ready smile and big hugs. We look forward to seeing her in perfect health again in the paradise.
Rob Long
September 7, 2025
Sharon was a great support. Many friends have ailments and she likes to play onloline games together with them. We played Township & Ludo to pass the time when I was recovering from a severe injury.
She hated the Ludo song, so I recorded it ans would text it to her at random times.
While we were in pain, there were times if laughter and spiritual support.
Ana R
August 30, 2025
Shannon was such a gem of a friend. Our next hike will be in paradise!
Sheena
August 30, 2025
My beloved sister.... Until we meet again in promised Paradise.
April Matheny
August 30, 2025
I will dearly miss my friend. Half our lives we've supported and been there for each other even if at times we grew a little apart, we always reconnect without skipping a beat. I can not wait to see her again in Paradise
Rebecca Gallegos
August 26, 2025
Shannon will be dearly missed by the Spanish speaking friends who came to know and enjoy her friendship in the Findlay Central Spanish Congregation. She inspired others to learn another language and use it! I will miss her cute giggle followed by her contagious smile. Until we meet again in Paradise my dear sweet Shannon. Love, Becky
L
August 26, 2025
She was my friend. I think our favorite thing to do was to find new places to eat at. She would learn of a new place and text me, we gotta go try this place! She loved her puppers, and taking pictures of nature. I still have her instagram tags floating across my timeline. She isn't in pain anymore now, and I know I will see her again.
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