Shawn Jr Went Home

Shawn Jr left this earth at 10:56 this morning.  We were right by his side.  He was peaceful.  

See information about his memorial service here.

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”






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  1. KarenJuly 11, 2019 at 12:06 PM

    I am so sorry for the loss of this young man. I am praying for peace for those that love him.

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  2. pennyJuly 11, 2019 at 12:42 PM

    Thankful your family had time to be together. The reunion will be heavenly!

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  3. HoneycuttsJuly 11, 2019 at 1:12 PM

    So very sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for your sweet incredible family.

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  4. Mike LitherlandJuly 11, 2019 at 3:28 PM

    So sorry, God bless you all.

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  5. SusanJuly 11, 2019 at 4:48 PM

    I'm so sorry. May God give your sweet, beautiful family peace. Shawn was an amazing young man.

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  6. JanaJuly 12, 2019 at 11:45 AM

    We are deeply saddened by your loss. We are with you in prayer during this time of grief. We fondly remember Shawn as a quiet and always kind young man. May you all find some comfort in knowing, he is healed and with his Heavenly Father today.

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