Charles William Shaw

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Charles Shaw Obituary

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Charles William Shaw Charles William Shaw, noted illustrator, 63, of Austin, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2005. Charlie was born in Austin, Tex., November 18, 1941, to Sam and Mary Shaw. Charlie was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 34 years, Gay Anne Greenwood Shaw; father, Samuel O. Shaw; father-in-law, Alex (Tug); mother-in-law, Mildred Greenwood; and nephew, Rex Billy. Charlie is survived by his mother Mary of Austin: daughters, Alecia Shaw, of Austin, Glenda Higgins and husband Anthony, of Ireland and Amanda Hancock and husband, Shawn Syms of Austin; companion Gloria Jackson, of Austin; grandchildren, Ashleigh Hancock, Dylan Syms, Mika Syms, Katie Higgins and Emily Higgins; brothers, Sam Shaw and wife Jo of Dripping Springs, Don Shaw and wife Jo Ann of St. Louis Mo.; sisters, Marilyn Stark and husband Wayne of Austin, Brenda Allen and husband James of Pflugerville, Tex.; sister-in-law Lin Billy and husband Kris of Austin; 14 nieces and nephews; five great-nieces and nephews and a host of friends and extended family. Special thanks to the Central Texas Veterans Administration for their care and kindness. Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 5, 2005, at Riverbend Church, 4214 North Cap. of Texas Hwy. Arrangements with Harrell Funeral Home, 4435 Frontier Trail, Austin, Texas 78745 (512) 443-1366.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on May 4, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Shaw

13 Entries

Gloria Jackson

May 11, 2005

My beloved Charlie, was truly a gentle man, a trait I admired so very much. I will miss him so much, especially in the evening as we enjoyed the swing and shared our day, or on the "mountain". When I am up working on the "mountain" I keep seeing you walking up the path to join me. We have so many wonderful shared memories, Ireland, Hawaii, Fredricksburg and many more. All are so precious to me. Charlie was truely my hero as he went though the most difficult illness. He never complained or said "why me". He was so brave. I'm so grateful for the years we had as husband and wife and then as best friends!He was a master communicator.You're the best Charlie!!

I Love You, Gloria

Sue McInvale

May 9, 2005

I only knew Charlie Shaw for a short time. Each time I talked with him I got a feeling of warmth. He made me laugh, he was a delight to be around.

Scott and Jen Tiller

May 6, 2005

Charlie was a joy to know and love. I loved it when he would drop by the office just to say hi - always lots of fun. I will miss his jokes and "Martha Stewart" talents. Gloria, you were *such* a blessing in his life, a gift from God. How wonderful for both of you that you shared your lives. We love you very much!

Jessica Mace

May 5, 2005

Precious Charlie,

You touched our lives in more ways than we can count. Your smile, laugh, sense of humor will rest in our hearts forever. Your exquisite pieces of art and literature will be treasured by our family forever. Thank you for blessings our lives in all the ways you did. We love you! The Mace Family

Gloria and Charlie at the History of Whaling in the Pacific at the Bishop Museum

May 5, 2005

Gloria and Charlie at the Bishop Museum on Oahu

May 5, 2005

Charlie and Gloria on the at Waimea Bay on Oahu

May 5, 2005

Charlie Shaw with my Mom Gloria, we love you so much Charlie and will miss you bunches. Aloha, Jessica and family

May 5, 2005

glenda shaw higgins

May 4, 2005

Our father was an extraordinary man;

a loving husband to our late mother

Gay, a caring and compassionate father and grandfather, and friend

to all. A ready and mighty laugh he had with a quick sence of humor. In this way he will be remembered, not glorifyingly but realistically,and sadly missed.

Amanda Hancock

May 4, 2005

We will miss our dad greatly and his grandchildren will miss their grandfather! He was a wonderful man and taught everyone he met a lot about life, laughter, forgiveness, and acceptance. I know that he is in a better place with Mom and enjoying an endless cabinet of art supplies!

Natalie Martin

May 4, 2005

I feel very honored to have known such a wonderful man. Charlie will be truely missed by many.

Cathie Tuggle

May 4, 2005

We will always treasure our "Little Johnny Raindrop" book, specially autographed by Charlie. God Speed. We love you, Gloria!

Cathie & Shaun Tuggle

Lin Billy

May 4, 2005

Charlie was the best friend and brother (and uncle) a person could have. We'll miss him greatly, but will have a good time when we join him and the rest of the family. It is an honor to have known and loved him. Sweet dreams, sweet prince.

Love,

Lin, Kris and Sara

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