I’ll miss you everyday Jett, school has been hard without you, but i always feel your presence in Chinese and miss you a lot in Chinese, I wish I saw the signs, you were always so happy in gym band and Chinese, the day before you passed you looked so happy playing chameleon with us, I wish we talked more this year and I’ll miss you for internally.
Jett T. Shanley
February 9, 2012 – October 10, 2025
A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the Daniel Funeral Home, St. Cloud for Jett T. Shanley, age 13, of St. Cloud, who passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, October 10, 2025.
Jett was born on February 9, 2012 to Evan Shanley and Angie (Smith) Kapphahn in Delaware, Ohio. He grew up in the St. Cloud area and was currently attending North Junior High School as a part of the Chinese Immersion Program for ISD 742. Jett enjoyed sharing of his many talents while at North, participating in the school’s plays and musicals, speech club, playing trombone in band and playing on the soccer and trap shooting teams.
In his free time, Jett loved to spend time with his family and friends, but most especially with his five brothers. Together, they enjoyed playing baseball and video games, especially Call of Duty and Roblox. Jett was an eclectic person with an old soul, who was passionate about many things. He loved getting a cup of coffee and then going to the Public Library for their many programs and reading opportunities. He especially enjoyed reading graphic novels and Manga. He was also a skilled artist who enjoyed drawing and art in general. He fancied himself as an amateur food critic and enjoyed comparing cooking between his favorite restaurants, while also learning new recipes to cook on his own. He also enjoyed learning about Asian culture and cuisine, spending time with his pet dogs and cat, and playing board games with his family, especially Cards Against Humanity Family Edition.
Perhaps most importantly, Jett was devoted to his friends and was an advocate for his community. He was a highly motivated, determined and passionate individual who was not afraid to speak up on behalf of his family, friends or a cause he felt important. This was no more evident than in his support and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ movement in his community. He will be remembered for his love of family, his wonderful sense of humor and his bravery in standing up for others.
He is survived by his father, Evan; mother, Angie (Taylor) Kapphahn; brothers, Titan, Jackson, Colt, Charlie and Scout; grandparents, Sonya and Russell Miller, Bruce and Deb Smith, Loren Seitz, and Shelly Kapphahn; aunts and uncles, Leigha and Corey Philips, Garrett and Tonia Smith, Jess Jasnos; and many cousins, other family and friends.
Jett is preceded by his grandfather, Gregory Shanley; grandmother, Jackie (Anthony) Behounek/Seitz; and his favorite puppies, Winnie and Bailey.
In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred – proceeds of which will be used to impact causes Jett cherished.
Jett and his family want you to know that you are loved and matter. If you are having thoughts of suicide, a mental health crisis or emotional distress, know that you are not alone. Please reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.
Guestbook
Dear Jett,
I am so saddened to hear about your passing. Your brother let me know that you were huge fans of my videos, which means the world to me. The only reason I get to follow my passion and do something that I love for a living is people like you and your brother. I am so immensely thankful that you chose to give me your precious time and attention. I hope you know that the world was brighter with you in it. There are so many people in this life that will miss you, myself included. I’ll keep you and your brothers in my thoughts, as a reminder for how precious life is and how kind strangers can be. Rest easy.
– Badger
ashley – i will always remember you. the bus rides to swim meets, you bring loud in chinese and social studies and making me laugh, and you talking at lunch. you were a wonderful friend and i miss you so much. i wish we could’ve played project sekai together, we never got to. i love you so much.
dear Ashley, you were an amazing friend and always knew how to cheer me up in the best ways. you were very funny and overall just really fun to be around. you were one of my best friends and it will never be the same without you. i wish i had gotten more time with you. I miss you Ash, love you.
Dear Jett/Ashley, I was so upset when I heard the news. We weren’t really good friends until 8th grade, I’m glad we’ve became close. I remember how we first met in theater, you were the first person to talk to me there when I was so nervous. I wish we got to hang out more or understand each other more. I honestly can’t believe I won’t be able to see you again. I’m so glad to be your friend. Rest in peace, you were an amazing friend.
We weren’t the closest, but we were still friends. You always had that playful way of teasing me, it was just part of your personality. You were such a beautiful soul, and I’ll always remember the moments we shared. I’ll miss you, and may you rest peacefully.
Dear Jett,
You were an amazing friend. When I found out about your passing I was so sad. I hope the best for your family and I am so happy we were friends.
Jett/Ashley, I was so sad to hear about you passing. I wasn’t that close to you lately but I can’t hope but feel so devastated that you aren’t here anymore. You deserved to live life to your fullest and be able to do all the stuff you wanted with this short life. I can’t believe that you are forever gone and won’t be won’t be going to high school with us. I’m so sorry for your family and I wish them the best. I know you are now in a better place, Rest in peace you will never be forgotten.
Dear Jett/Ashley, When I found out about the news about your passing, I was devastated. I never knew you would pass away this soon. Even though we weren’t THAT close in the 8th grade. We were friends during 6th Grade. I remember during Eagle Time you would ask me for ramen and I would say no sometimes but still give you some. I wish I knew the signs. I honestly though you were great friend to me and to others, your smile and humor lit up the room and made everyone happy. I wish we got to talk more though. Maybe in another universe we talked more. Who knows. But it will be so hard to get through school knowing you won’t be here to graduate or get your first car or anything. You have went away too soon and I truly wish you didn’t. I hope you know that everyone around you was glad to be your friend. From your friend Onesty R. ;,(
It was so fun spending meets by your side, your jokes brightened our day and your shenanigans made long bus rides fun.you will truly be missed by me and all of the girls on the swim team.
Jett it will be so hard without you, you always made me laugh, the room brightened so much when you entered you where so funny and kind I am truly sad to lose you, I am so grateful I met you and so become one of your friends
Words cannot express how truly saddened by Jetts passing. He brought so much light to those around him. Thank you for sharing him with Mary, myself and the rest of our community. I was so fortunate to be at Madison and watch him light of the room or hallway. He will forever be missed but never forgotten. With all my love Celeste.
A light gone much too soon! I will be with you all in spirit as you celebrate and mourn Jett’s enchanting soul. Sending virtual hugs!
Dear Jett, you where such a good friend and you would just make everyone laugh. When someone would be sad you would do anything to cheer them up. You will be missed so much. Prays to the Shanley family ❤️
It will be hard without you to make people laugh,you will be missed.
Angie,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart truly grieves with you and all of your family. I never knew Jett, but he sounds like an amazing person who left this world much too soon. God didn’t and doesn’t want us all to be the same- how boring would that be. His love for diversity and uniqueness is all around us if we only would stop to look. Jett will no longer be able to share himself with the world, but his memory will live on and we all need to be sure to keep his candle burning brightly for others who the world may want to dismiss.
I don’t have the words to convey the depth of my heartbreak for all of you. My hope is that knowing Jett will forever live on in your heart and soul brings you some comfort in this unimaginable time.
Band and theater was fun with you, seeing you read the script was funny, wish you were still here.
Although we weren’t as close this year, I still think you are an amazing person and I loved how you could make a whole room laugh. You were a funny and caring person, I will never forget the memories with you from 6th grade. Thank you for everything you’ve done.
I remember how she would ask me for coffee in the play I would say no but got her some anyway she will never be forgotten.
Even though we didn’t get along very well, I still cared about you and will miss you. You always managed to make me laugh. Blessing to your family.
Class will never be the same without you and your humorous personality. I will miss you.
Theater will be so empty with out your smile or laugh Jett you’ll be in my head and heart always Jett
Speech won’t feel the same without you, I miss you and everyone in theater was heartbroken to hear the news.
I love you jett Thomas Shanley. Always and forever.
I am glad for the summer I was able to hangout with you during baseball. I will miss you man.
You were and incredible person, you will be dearly missed
Services
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A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the Daniel Funeral Home, St. Cloud for Jett T. Shanley, age 13, of St. Cloud, who passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, October 10, 2025.