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STEPHEN SHAGAN Obituary
"Steve," 88, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 30, 2015, at his home in Los Angeles, CA. Born in 1927 in New York City to Barnet "Barney" and Rachel Shagan, Steve is survived by his son Robert (Paul). Beloved husband of 61 years of marriage to Elizabeth "Betty" F. Shagan (1930-2013), Steve will be remembered for his kindness, intelligence, creativity, honesty, strength, generosity, humor, integrity and perseverance; as well as the love he felt for the cats that he and Betty cared for over the years. When not dedicating time to his craft, Steve enjoyed traveling, keeping up with his favorite baseball and football teams' scores, horseracing, reading and spending quality time with his family and close friends. Steve's career as a best-selling author, film and television writer and producer spanned nearly six decades; including nominations for two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award and a Primetime Emmy Award. In 1974, Steve won the Writers Guild of America Award - Best Screenplay, Drama for "Save the Tiger," based upon his novel of the same name. Cumulatively, Steve published eight critically acclaimed novels, wrote 10 screenplays and produced over 48 films, television episodes and made for TV movies, combined. Private family services will be held at Newton Cemetery in Newton Center, MA. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the World Wildlife Fund.
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Memories and Condolences
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September 10, 2017
Steve Shagan and I met in Ocho Rios Jamaica in 1986, at that time I was not aware he was an accomplished writer. We became friends right away. Steve,Betty, myself and my wife went on to share some of the best times of my life in the years to come. Writing this now brings tears to my eyes for one of the kindest, smartest and funniest men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. God bless you both
Mark R. Melchiondo New Hope, Pa
Clark Dwinell
August 13, 2017
I remember you, my dear friend... and all the good days at the Players' Ring..Ah, the good times... With Love
Maureen S.
June 23, 2017
Both Steve and Betty were very kind to me. I spent many happy hours at their house meeting other nice, creative people. Betty and I went shopping and she always gave me a signed copy of Steve's latest book. They were both wonderful people and it is truly a great loss not having them here anymore.
Peter Stamelman
July 23, 2016
Steve and I met in 1975, when I moved from New York to Los Angeles to be West Coast editor for Millimeter Magazine. One of my first interviews was with Steve. He was direct, feisty, loyal,outspoken and wickedly smart. He and Betty were unfailingly gracious and I felt vey privileged to be their friend. Even now I can still hear his gruff, Brooklyn-inflected voice. And I can remember almost verbatim his words of wise council. The love that Betty and Steve had for each other was unconditional and they both always "lived where they spoke." There was no disconnect between what they believed in and how they lived their life. They were the yardstick by which I measured my own conduct and commitment. Than you, Steve (and Betty) for your affection, graciousness and example.
December 28, 2015
Thank you Steve, for paying attention and writing one of the greatest screenplays, Save the Tiger.
M A
December 24, 2015
To family,
I send my condolences. May God give you peace as you cope with your loss.
MML
December 24, 2015
Please accept my sincere condolences at this time. It is obvious that your family will miss this special person in your lives. May the peace promised in God's word (John 14:27) be active and may you all be helped to endure these times.
December 18, 2015
Steve Shegan was a talented man who knew how to convey words into a novel, and turn that novel into an adventure for his audience to enjoy. Good producer with a great imagination. My sincere condolences to his closest friends and relatives. I understand that loosing a love one is one of the most difficult things we can experience in life...however, our Heavenly Father understands your circumstances and He can help you endure - May you be granted the comfort and the strength that God excels to those who mourn. Please accept my sincere sympathy...
Emma Curry
December 17, 2015
Shagan Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed watching Tarzan movies growing up. May God give you comfort at his most difficult and painful time.
December 14, 2015
To The Family Of Steve Shagan
please accept my condolences during this time of sorrow. May the God of peace comfort and strengthen you now and in the days ahead.
Wendy Riche
December 13, 2015
Wendy, Alan, Tim and Peter Riche send our condolences to Robert and his loved ones. We lived and grew on Maple Drive in Beverly Hills with Robert, Steve and Betty and our fond memories of their love and laughter, intelligence and generosity of spirit will always be with us. We wish safe journey for Steve and peace always for Robert.
Tony Cook
December 12, 2015
Please accept my condolences. Steve was a lovely guy -- an original -- and a friend from long ago.
December 12, 2015
Beloveds, I know he will truly be missed. Psalm31:7 tells us that our God in Heaven is aware of our distress. Know that prayers are being said in your behalf . . .
December 10, 2015
Shagan Family,
Our condolences to the family in your grief. May the God who gives peace be with all of you. RO.15:33
The Staff of Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home
December 10, 2015
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
December 10, 2015
my condolences to your family.
December 10, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy to the family. In time your broken heart will heal. Psalm 147:3.
Chicago
Wright
December 10, 2015
To the Shagan family, friends, and neighbors.May the God of comfort, comfort you in the day's ahead. Our heartfelt condolences.
Stacy
December 10, 2015
Sincere condolences to family and loved ones. May the God of all comfort be with you.
ad
December 10, 2015
May the family and friends of Mr. Shagan find immeasurable comfort from Jesus' assurance that he will not leave you bereaved. He will come to you to comfort and support you during this most difficult time without your loved one. John 14:18 Please accept my sympathies.
Dwayne Bickham,Sr.
December 10, 2015
In God's care, rest in peace.
December 10, 2015
My condolences to the family. May Gods word bring you peace and comfort.
Mary Smith
December 10, 2015
My condolences to the family. Your loved one will be missed and you will be comforted by the God of comfort.
Tammy Davis
December 10, 2015
My condolence go out to the family of Steve Shagan he will be missed.
December 9, 2015
You will bemissed. Thank you for all the body of works you left behind.
Adrian Barnette
December 9, 2015
We'll miss you !
Scott Chamberland
December 9, 2015
Rest in Peace
December 9, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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