Shannon Deppe

Shannon Deppe, 55, of Grinnell, Iowa, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026.

A private graveside service will be held at a later date at Rock Creek Cemetery west of Grinnell. Memories and condolences may be shared with his family on the Smith Funeral Home and Crematory website at www.smithfh.com.

Shannon Paul Deppe was born on January 4, 1971, in Newton, Iowa, to Gerald and Karla Deppe. He was a 1990 graduate of Grinnell High School. He never knew a stranger and had a special gift for making himself at home wherever life took him. He had a knack for adapting to his surroundings and connecting with the people around him. Throughout his life, Shannon lived in several different states, but Iowa always remained home, and he eventually found his way back.

Shannon will be remembered for his easygoing nature, his ability to make friends wherever he went, and the unique way he brought his own spirit to every place and every group of people he encountered.

Shannon will be lovingly remembered by his brother, Eric (Mindy) Deppe; niece, Mariah Deppe; nephew, Logan Deppe; brother, Joe (Leslie) Sawyer; and nephew, AJ (Jamie) Sawyer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Karla Deppe.