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Shaun Cantrell Obituary

Shaun Cantrell, 67, of Scottsdale passed away on February 2, 2016 surrounded by his family. Born on April 20, 1948, Shaun lived most of his life in the Chicago metropolitan area. He was a graduate of Glenbrook High School in Glenview, Illinois and The University of Denver. After working for the Xerox Corporation in Chicago, he began his career in commercial real estate. He was the president of the Real Estate Group in Chicago and a charter member of COLBA (Chicago Office Leasing Brokers Assocation). After moving to Arizona in 1994 he launched Buckhead Properties, a residential development corporation developing properties in Scottsdale and Carefree, Arizona. He is survived by his wife Mary (Kennedy) Cantrell, his son John Cantrell (Cassidy) and his three grandsons, Jack, Harry and Charlie. A Memorial Service will be held at the Glenview Community Church in Glenview, IL on March 10, 2016 at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts can be made to HonorHealth Foundation, 8125 North Hayden Road Scottsdale, AZ 85258. Arrangements entrusted to Messinger Indian School Mortuary in Scottsdale, AZ.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 6, 2016.
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I just learned about Shaun. Gave me an empty feeling to know that this world will have to go on without him. He was bigger than life. Never known anybody like him, really. I first met Shaun in 1960 on my bike, over in front of the Roosevelt Park building, right after we moved to Glenview from Ohio. I had the good fortune to have his friendship through Junior High and High School. I went off to Denver University my freshman year, and the next year, who shows up? Shaun. So I was blessed with his magnanimous persona in Denver too, and later, Boulder, up on the Hill' with Mark Kilgore and Jay Simon. Great times, made so much more alive and enjoyable with him. I have felt for many years that I wanted to make a pilgrimage to Arizona to bask in his light. Feeling sad now that I won't have the opportunity.

J. D. Vines

November 6, 2018

Mary,
In trying to get a message to Shaun about the death of our friend Alan Kampe, I came across Shaun's obituary. Needless to say, I was saddened, and wish to convey my condolences to you and your family. The pictureof him is with myself (far right), Scott Clark (1st left) and Mike Kreider (far left). Both Mike and Scott have also passed.

Nick Chirikos

February 1, 2017

Mary, I was shocked and saddened to learn today of Shaun's passing, so many fond memories. Margaret and I will miss his wonderful, outgoing personality.
Skip

February 19, 2016

Dear Mary & Family - I was so sad to hear about Shaun. I am very very sorry for your loss. I will always remember his generous spirit and larger than life personality. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen Andrews

February 16, 2016

Dear Mary, I am so sorry for your loss of Shaun, I am sure he sending you his love from above and he is watching you until you tw meet again I am here for you if you need anything. Love you, Lisa Kimmel

Lisa Kimmel

February 14, 2016

Dear Mary ,JP and Family
We Fred and Erika BAROFSKY are so very sorry for your
beloved Shaun's passing
Stay strong !We all will miss him very much!
Our Deepest Sympathy

February 10, 2016

Mary and JP: I'm so sorry for the loss of Shaun. I am proud to say we were friends for decades. He was a very funny, great guy. He will be missed. I am always here for you both. Be safe and be strong.

Steve Blue

Steve Blue

February 5, 2016

I am so very sad to hear about Shaun passing. Such a beautiful photo of him too! To Mary and all of the family please know my heart and love is with you. I adored Shaun and wish I could have seen him again.... We were a part of each other's childhood since 2nd grad, and for many years beyond. With much love, and a very heavy heart. Mary Saville

Mary Saville

February 5, 2016

Mary and family, Shaun was an elegant gentleman and many wonderful times were enjoyed by all who new him.I am extremely sorry for your loss

Ronald Rydin

February 5, 2016

My deepest sympathy to Shaun's family and friends. I grew up with him in Glenview, going to high school with him at GBS. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.

Kathleen Klomp

February 5, 2016

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the God of comfort bring you peace and calmness in your time of grief.

Tyler

February 5, 2016

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12

Celebration of Life

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Paradise Valley Country Club

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Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

Glenview Community Church

Glenview, IL

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