Norfolk City Virginia USGenWeb Archives Obituaries.....Taylor-Pannell,  Shakena Shamae Woodhouse September 21, 2025
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Metropolitan Funeral Service

Shakena Taylor-Pannell, known affectionately to many as "Kena," passed away
peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the age of 39. Her departure leaves a
void in the hearts of all who were touched by her vibrant spirit and boundless
compassion.

Born on August 14, 1986, Shakena was the beloved daughter of Lucy Cradle, George
Woodhouse, and Isiah Taylor. In 2007, she welcomed her stepfather, Derl Cradle(known
as Mr. Brown), into her life. Shakena was educated in Norfolk Public Schools and
later pursued higher education at Tidewater Community College.

On May 13, 2016, Shakena married the love of her life, Thomas Pannell. Together they
enjoyed traveling, shopping, and memorable trips to the slots. Their greatest shared
interest, however, was their unwavering love for their children and grandchildren,
with whom they focused on creating lasting memories.

For 18 years, Shakena dedicated her life to the service of others as a caregiver for
several home health companies. This devotion reflected her fundamental nature as a
loving, supportive, and compassionate person. Driven by her deep desire to ensure a
better quality of life and care for others, she realized her dream in August 2023 by
opening her own home health care business, K&K Cares 4U, where she provided
exceptional service to her clients. Shakena was a light that illuminated every room
she entered.

She possessed a true heart of gold and was always ready to lend a helping hand to
anyone she encountered. She was preceded in death by her fathers, George Woodhouse,
Isiah Taylor, and her stepfather, Derl Cradle; a maternal grandmother, Willie Mae
Bond; one great aunt, Ether Miller, and her aunt Ernestine Turgene; a maternal
grandfather, Linwood Baker; and her brothers Roy Taylor and Larry Taylor.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her loving husband, Thomas Pannell of Norfolk,
VA; her mother, Lucy Cradle of Norfolk, VA; one son, Demond Taylor of Virginia
Beach, VA; three daughters, Danaja Swain of Virginia Beach, VA; Lanaja Swain and
Zanya Swain both of Norfolk, VA; three stepsons, Richardo Cherry, JoWillie Robinson,
and Anthony Robinson all of Norfolk, VA; two grandsons, Karter Baxter and Ne'chur
Swain, both of VA Beach, VA; her devoted sister, Lavonnia (Monique) Taylor of
Norfolk, VA; two nieces, Raneisha Cherry and Rajaii Simmons; five nephews, Marquiz
Chatman, Rashed Chatman, Zyquiz Chatman, Keiondre Chatman, and Lavontei Chatman; two
brothers, Russell Taylor and Stanley Taylor of Norfolk, VA; three sisters, Judith
Taylor of Richmond, VA, Linda Griffin of CA, and Deborah Mapp of Norfolk, VA. A
remarkable best friend/sister (as she called her), I'kea Jones, and her goddaughter,
Legacy Johnson; two dedicated friends, Sonyia Marquez and Tonyia Lindsey, and a
special friend, Tornetta Williams; three god sisters, Jessica and JaNear Asbell, and
Delores Ford; a godmother, Yolonda Richardson, and a host of relatives and friends
who will miss her dearly.

Viewing on Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Metropolitan Funeral
Service, 7246 Granby Street. Norfolk. Celebration of Life on Friday, October 3, 2025
at 11:00 AM in Metropolitan Funeral Service, 7246 Granby Street, Norfolk. Laid to
Rest in Calvary Cemetery, 1600 St. Julian Avenue, Norfolk.

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