Shannon Rene' Wunstel

Shannon Rene' Wunstel, age 37, passed away on December 8, 2025. Shannon was born in Houston, TX on March 16, 1988. Shannon lived a life of adventure, creativity, and love for her daughter Saoirse.

Shannon grew up in Katy, TX and Oak Ridge North, TX, graduating from Oak Ridge High School in 2006. From there, she went on to experience many of life's adventures including living in Texas, Arizona, and Idaho. She was always looking for a great camping area to spend time in the outdoors. She loved camping with friends and family and this is a passion that she has passed on to her daughter. Shannon also had a love for art and video games. She loved to draw and paint.

Shannon is survived by her mother, Joni Manuel and stepfather, Kyle Manuel; father, Kevin Wunstel; fiance, Kelly McDonald; sisters, Kimberley Manuel and Devyn Cleveland; brother, Jake Manuel; grandmother, Judy Harvey; aunt, Julie Boyd; grandparents, Gary and Nancy Manuel; and grandfather, Steve VanLoozen; 

She is also survived by many from the McDonald side of the family including: Dondee and Ronnie Hamilton, Janna Vipperman, Boone McDonald, Meg Gangi, Kelsey Gangi, and Colin Gangi, in addition to many other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Shannon was a beautiful daughter, sister, and great partner. But most of all, she was a loving mother to her very favorite person, her daughter Saoirse.

She will be missed greatly.

Shannon's family requests that guests planning to attend the memorial service please dress in casual attire.