Shauneen, a native to the Bay Area, was born an only child to John and Sylvia Palmer. In 1965 she married her high school sweetheart, Ralph Howard McMeans (who preceded her passing in 1975) and welcomed two son's; Ralph (Adam) and Dirk shortly thereafter. For more than 23 years Shauneen served the people of California, first at Agnews State Hospital and later at the Department of Social Services. She was a painter, a poet, a humanitarian; and most of all a dedicated and loving Mother and Grandmother. She cherished and loved deeply her three grandbabies, Isabella (3), Luke (14 mo) and Ruby (7 mo); whom loved and brought their Grammy so much joy.

On Saturday, December 10th we celebrated our mother's life with family and friends. We shared memories, laughed, cried and raised our glasses in her honor. We thank the many well wishers for their kind words and consideration; we are comforted in your support.