We are sadden to learn of the unexpected passing of Shannon Williams last week.
Please see her memorial fund page to contribute to her family and to hear what her friends have to say about such an inspirational woman. Here is her obituary.
Shannon Williams passed away unexpectedly from a brain tumor on January 20, 2015. She was 48.
This memorial fund is for the benefit of her sons: Gabriel (21), Ezekiel (9), and Maximus (7).
Shannon was a tireless human rights activist, devoted friend, sister, daughter, passionate teacher, incredible mentor, and fierce loving mother.
She advocated for sex worker rights after her own arrest, which made headlines. She was a dear friend to many in this community and beyond. She leaves behind children, a devoted partner, as well as the children’s father who was an avid co-parent, as well as her immediate family.
She will be missed dearly by all of her friends, and by the Bay Area Sex Workers Outreach Project / SWOP Bay Area.