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Shawn Travis Obituary

Shawn F. Travis 57 of West Chester, passed away March 27 from a massive stroke and was an organ donor and hoped this would be the gift of life to someone; and it was. He was the beloved son of Marian Travis of West Chester, and the Late Edmond Travis. Shawn also had 4 brothers, Michael, Dennis, Kevin, and Brian all in Chester County. Shawn was born in West Chester and attended St. Agnes School and graduated from East High School. Shawn was a Master Carpenter and a Master Ceramic tile setter. For extra money, he worked nights at UPS in West Goshen loading trucks and became employee of the month after only 3 months. His love for the outdoors, led him to Swan Valley, Flathead Lake Area of Northern Montana where he worked for Nordique System Log Homes, as a Log Smith and Stone Mason. He cut down huge trees and worked by building beautiful log homes from the logs he cut down. He returned Home to West Chester and started his family and welcomed the birth of his son Jake. Shawn’s Proudest Moment was to hold his new born son and to one day take Jake to Montana to teach him about the things Shawn loved, camping overnight, fishing, hunting in the Bob Marshall Wilderness Area and Glacier National Park and riding horseback on mountain trails. He loved coming home for holidays but loved to go back to his Land of Oz where he found his peace. We loved you Shawn and we will miss you. Relatives and friends are invited to his Visitation from 3-5pm on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at the DellaVecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home, Inc. 410 N. Church St. West Chester, PA 19380; 610-696-1181, www.DellaFH.com; followed by his Memorial Service at 5pm. Interment will be private.

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Published by The Daily Local from Apr. 1 to Apr. 2, 2019.

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Joseph Bruno

January 24, 2023

I´m retired now I was just sitting here wondering about some of my older friends, so I googled Shawn and seen that he passed away. I knew him from school cutting grass together and working at UPS. I had 31 years with UPS he´ll be missed and you be in my prayers.

Jake Travis

February 27, 2022

You will be forever held in my heart Dad. From the day I was born you cherished me and gave me all you had. I owe everything to you, thank you and may you rest in peace. Love your son, Jake Travis.

Ivan Molina

March 26, 2020

My dear friend Shawn. Just wanted to let you know that were still having our talks here at my office , and I know you here me.
Missing your kindness your humor and just being a good friend that actually listens when we talk. Missing your help a lot here at work too.
I'll always have you in my memory.
Your friend
Ivan.

Jim Westhafer

April 19, 2019

RIP Montana.

Ruth Huston

April 18, 2019

My deepest heart felt condolences to Shawn's family. I remember him from when I live in the Swan, as one of the nicest people I've met, with the biggest, warmest smiles. Rest In Peace.

The Kratz Family

April 8, 2019

We are so sorry for your family's tremendous loss. We're thinking of Jake and here for him in the days, weeks, and months to come.

April 7, 2019

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15) ~JW

Colleen and Eric Hannum

April 6, 2019

Our sincere condolences

Ivan Molina

April 5, 2019

My newly found friend is in Heaven now. I will surely miss our talks and working together. RIP Shawn.
My Thoughts and Condolences to the Family and Friends.

Jed Pratt

April 4, 2019

Many nice memories outdoors on the Brandywine with The Travis Clan; no surprise Shawn was a Craftsman. Perhaps there is a special place near The Great Carpenter, for those who appreciate His Creation.

Marion, you and Shawn's brothers are in my thoughts and prayers.

Radio Family

April 3, 2019

Our deepest sympathy. Thinking of you and keeping your family, especially Jake, close to heart today and in the days to come.

April 2, 2019

May the Lord greet you with open arms in you new life with Him.You and your family will be in my prayers.Please pray for us.Blessed. Liffe forever .Aunt Bernice (sister Maria Francina Travis)

April 2, 2019

So sorry for your loss. A wish that your sadness will be accompanied by many memories of love and happiness you shared.
Deb Martin

Jeanette McGhee

April 2, 2019

May the God of all comfort and mercy, grant the family hope and peace during this time of sorrow and sadness. Jeremiah 29:11,12.

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