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Shawn Lasswell Obituary
Army Cpl. Shawn Thomas Lasswell Jr. was killed in a roadside bombing northwest of Baghdad.
Lasswell grew up in Cottage Hills. He moved to Las Vegas with his mother, Cathy Zehren, when he was about 10 or 11, said his stepmother Kim Lasswell of Cottage Hills.
She remembered him as the blonde-haired, blue-eyed boy whom she first met when he was 5.
Kim and Shawn Lasswell Sr. kept in touch Shawn Lasswell Jr. via telephone most of the next decade.
She said her stepson visited the area in June before leaving for Iraq shortly before Christmas. She said he had grown into a handsome, broad-shouldered young man, standing taller than 6 feet.
"It was great seeing him again," Kim Lasswell said. "He was all grown and completely different. He was a big boy."
Kim Lasswell said her stepson enjoyed playing with remote-control cars, playing the guitar and hanging out with his friends.
"He knew his job. He knew what he was doing," she said. "He talked to anybody and everybody, a real friendly boy."
Two other U.S. soldiers died Sunday in the attack.
In addition to his parents, Shawn Lasswell Jr. is survived by five siblings.
Funeral arrangements were undetermined Tuesday but will be held at Staten-Fine Funeral Home in Alton. For more information, visit finefuneralhomes.com on the Internet.
Memories and Condolences
for Shawn Lasswell
59 Entries
May 7, 2013
Shawn was a good guy, I hung out with him often in Texas, I remember when he got a tattoo on his left forearm of a skull. We rode around Fort Hood Texas in his jeep. My name is Devin, he knew me as SPC Demuth. I was in Charlie Troop for a while until they transferred me to Alpha troop.
Peggy Childers
April 23, 2012
To the family and friends of Cpl. Shawn T. Lasswell:
Always remembering Shawn. "Some gave all."
Kristi Lasswell
April 26, 2011
From the Lasswell family, we thank you all for sharing moments and taking the time to remember Shawn! It has been a rough five years for us, but we know Shawn is shining down on us! We all will always love and miss you Shawn!!
Peggy Childers
April 23, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Shawn T. Lasswell:
Please accept my remembrance of Shawn on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
L Neal
April 4, 2011
To the family of Cpl. Shawn T. Lasswell:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless you always.
Peggy Childers
April 23, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Shawn T. Lasswell:
Remembering Shawn on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
December 30, 2009
Shawn, I love remembering all of the times we had together, the good laughs, and you were always there when I needed you. You are deeply missed and every moment, every day is shared with you. You will always be in my heart. Loveeee BRI
Charles H. Miranda
August 15, 2009
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Broken hearts are weeping For
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But take comfort of knowing
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have gone to there home
in heaven,
Our Loved One's has follow
God's lovely rainbow in the
sky;
All the way to the end of the
sky.
That leads all the way to the
other end of the Lord's
house in heaven,
So just keep on praying and
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Where Our Loved One's are
waiting For You and For Me at
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Shawn, Kevin, & Vince
April 27, 2009
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Luwana Faulkenburg
April 25, 2009
Hello Shawn,
Everyday is hard with out you here with us, but this week has always been the hardest week. It has been 3 years since you left us, but I feel you with us everyday. You are thought of everyday and are never forgotten by us! We visit you at your private place, where it is peaceful and you and us can enjoy God's Love. With All Our Love Forever, Brian, Luwana, Ted, Christine, Sandy and Corky
You will always be our Hero!
Kristi Lasswell
April 24, 2009
Thank you all for the wonderful comments on Shawn's guest book. We had no idea this was still up and I happened to come across it. I am so happy to see that everyone still writes on here and shows that he is not forgotten! I am Shawn's sister in-law and I am speaking for the family when I say Thank You all so much for remembering Shawn!!
Peggy Childers
April 23, 2009
To the family of Cpl. Shawn T. Lasswell:
Shawn gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Kenna Larra
April 17, 2009
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Sincerely,
Kenna
May 28, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Cpl Lasswell!
Duke Conover
May 14, 2008
My son, Aaron Conover, was good friends with Shawn. They served together at Fort Hood and at Taji. Shawn's death had a great effect on Aaron. He will remember him always. We will always remember the sacrifice he made for all of us. God Bless.
In Memory of Shawn ( Debra Estep )
April 23, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Shawn, but I am remembering on
this day he gave his all.
He is my hero.
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
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August 2, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Luwana Faulkenburg
July 28, 2007
Shawn I miss you very much. There isn't a day that doesn't go by that I do not think of you. You are always remembered! We all miss you very much! Love Luwana
July 26, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Cpl Lasswell and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Christine
April 24, 2007
Wow Shawn its been a year since you were taken from us. We still miss you deeply. We think about you very day but this time of year is really hard for all of us. I know you are watching over us and I hope we are making you proud. See you soon
Garnet Jenkins
April 22, 2007
Please know how deeply sorry I was to learn of the loss of Cpl. Shawn T. Lasswell.
A Multitude of Thanks, for this Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
Those who Made this Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13
May the Peace of God and your precious memories of Shawn
remain in your heart always.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelly Helms
January 10, 2007
I was Shawn's 8th grade Algebra teacher at Fremont Middle School in Las Vegas, Nevada. Shawn, and his brother Kevin, were the sweetest, funniest kids ever! They kept in touch for a long time and remained friends with my niece and her friends. Both great guys who grew up, and up, and up... The news of Shawn's passing was beyond sad. It was horrifying and shocking. I was told that he couldn't wait to get home, get out of the military and perhaps open a business. He should not be gone. I will never forget him. I send my deepest and warmest regards to his mother and Kevin, as well as the rest of his family.
Felicia SSG ARTO BROWN Brown
December 28, 2006
TO THE LASWELL FAMILY
I'M DEAPLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOST.I HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING SHAWN.MY HUSBAND SSG ARTO BROWN WORKED WITH YOUR SON.HE WAS A VERY RESPECTFUL YOUNG MAN.AND I LIKED TALKING WITH HIM.LAST NOVEMBER MY FAMILY AND I HAD THE PLEASURE OF HAVING SHAWN OVER FOR THANKSGIVING DINNER.MYSELF AND MY FAMILY ENJOYED HAVING SHAWN OVER.ON THE DAY THAT GOD CHOSED FOR SHAWN TO COME HOME. IS THE SAME DAY OUR DAUGHTER TURNED 17 YRS OLD.SHAWN IS IN A BETTER PLACE.HE HAS NO MORE WORRIES NO MORE SORROW OR PAIN.AND ONE DAY WE ALL WILL JOIN HIM! .WE WILL AWAYS KEEP SHAWN IN OUR HEART.
IF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT WE CAN DO PLEASE LET US KNOW.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL. FROM THE BROWN FAMILY.
Jaye June
July 25, 2006
I want to thank Shawn for protecting us all! He was a student of mine at Sierra Nevada Job Corps Center and he will be missed! We are all very proud of Shawn! My sympathy goes out to his family! I heard about another student of mine who also was killed in Iraq today and my heart is so hurt from all this! If people could see what I see... kids come to our center with doubts of what they can accomplish and dreams they are unsure if they can reach. I get to see them and help them and then graduate them! WOW! Thats why I am a teacher! They also teach me so much! They are determined, brave and strong! Once they reach the little goals they want so much more and reach so much more! I am a proud teacher at Sierra Cevada Job Corps center! Will always be proud of Shawn T. Lasswell, Jr.
Cpl Lasswell Jr. Tattoo by: Robert Pho www.skindesigntattoos.com 5645 S. Eastern Ave #10, Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-739-9946 Thank You Shawn For Everything, You are my Hero,Love Your Extend Mom Luwana Faulkenburg, Tattoo worn by Luwana Faulkenburg
June 15, 2006
Angel Thompson
May 28, 2006
Thank you Shawn for everything you did to keep America safe. It is unfortunate that you had to make the ultimate sacrifice. R.I.P. We Love you!
Cathy Zehren
May 20, 2006
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VERNA DRIGGERS
May 19, 2006
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF CPL. SHAWN LASSWELL. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. SHAWN GAVE HIS LIFE FOR ALL THAT WE HAVE AND HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED IN MY HEART. OUR SOLDIERS ARE NEVER FORGOTTEN!!!!
Nicky & Paul DeKranes
May 15, 2006
To Shawn's family,Cathy,Rob,Vince,Kevin, We send our deepest sympathy in your your terrible loss. Our prayers are with him and you. God bless him.
Spc Jaime Odam
May 14, 2006
I give my condolences and love to Shawn's family. He was a close friend of mine and the first person I really met at Fort Hood. He was always goofing around even if I tried to be serious at the time. When I start crying I remember him trying to drive my kia like a race car and it brings a smile. He was good with the little things and I miss him dearly.
SPC Norris
May 13, 2006
I just want to say that I am glad that his parents have the right to Shawn's burial. I am in his Unit and though I did not know him well he is still a soldier and a fellow at arms........He is missed.....
Jacklyn Feltz
May 9, 2006
My condolences and deepest sympathy goes out to Shawn's wife and family. I only knew Shawn for a month before he was assigned to go to Iraq. He was always laughing and I can't recall a time that I did not see him smiling.
Thank you, Shawn, for your sacrifice and your willingness to serve your country. You will always be my hero! Rest in peace, my friend.
Dianne Werner
May 8, 2006
To the family of Cpl Shawn T. Lasswell--Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved soldier. "I will turn their mourning into gladness; I will give them comfort and joy instead of sorrow." declares the Lord.
A Proud 172 Stryker Mom
Gerald Miller
May 6, 2006
My condolences to the Lasswell family and may God bless them and stand by them. He has given the greatest sacrifice for his country, his life. He was willing to do so without question for others in a foreign land and to preserve the freedoms that all take for granted in this country. His mission is completed. It is now our turn to step up and begin our mission for him.
Today it was my great privilege to participate as a Patriot Guard Rider and American Legion Rider in the funeral for CPL Lasswell in Alton, IL. We gathered to pay final tribute and honor this fallen hero and his wonderful family. May Shawn be in Gods hands and may God always watch over his family.
Mike & Diana Craig
May 6, 2006
As members of Soldiers Angels and the Patriot Guard Riders, we send our prayers to the family and wife of Shawn. Thank you for sharing your son so that we may live better and in a free country. He will always remain a hero to us.
Jeanie Harmon
May 5, 2006
To the Lasswell Family
My prayers are with you at this time. Although I have never met you,I want to say "Thank You" to your son. I know that you are very proud of him. It is an honor to sign this guest book. "Proud Parent of a U.S. Marine"
SFC Lance Maney
May 5, 2006
My Heart felt condolences to a brave warrior and great soldier. I am proud I was able to serve with Shawn. SFC Maney, Rear Detachment 1SG 7-10 CAV, 1BCT, 4ID, Fort Hood TX
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 2, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. KNOW THAT YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO CARE. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL. GODSPEED.
SEMPER FI
Shawn and Friends
May 2, 2006
Shaw and Dad Rob April 2006 Las Vegas, Nevada
May 2, 2006
Shawn and Mom Kathy April 14, 2006 Las Vegas, Nevada
May 2, 2006
Shawn and Best-Friend Ted Faulkenburg
May 2, 2006
Shawn Four Wheeling
May 2, 2006
Shaw at the Faulkenburg House April 2006
May 2, 2006
Shaw and Mom on November 22, 2004
May 2, 2006
Shawn in November 2004 Las Vegas, Nevada
May 2, 2006
Debbie Lund
May 2, 2006
Dear Lasswell Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your hero Shawn. May he rest in peace, surrounded by the love from his family and friends. Thank you CPL Shawn T. Lasswell, a true American hero.
Pat Canfall
May 1, 2006
My condolences to the Lasswell family. Shawn may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. You have earned your golden halo and wings. May you continue to soar in the heavenly clouds up above.
May 1, 2006
To the Family of Cpl. Shawn T. Lasswell:
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son 12/1/05.
I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort. When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.
Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)
[email protected]
(Millersville, PA )
Pam Goodwill
April 28, 2006
To Shawn's family and friends,
I want to send my prayers and condolences to you. I'm just a mom in Las Vegas. My son Adam was with the 1st Infantry Division and served 15 months in Iraq, Bayji and downtown Balad. During that time I will never forget the fear and worries you go through and even though my own son has since come home I still feel much of that fear and worry in my heart for all the rest still serving. I am so sorry. Please know there are many of us praying for you. Shawn will not be forgotten.You are in my prayers.
Luwana & Brian Faulkenburg
April 26, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Sandy Mayberry
April 26, 2006
While Shawn was at my daughter's home in Las Vegas, Nevada, I just happened to be online. Shawn was in the back ground, and I could see him through the camera. He was playing around. He had such a wonderful heart. I met Shawn a few times, when he was growing up, while I visited my daugher. Shawn was a brave soldier, and I will miss him dearly. My love and sympathy goes out to his mom Kathy, and his family.
Brian & Luwana Faulkenburg
April 26, 2006
Shawn was like a son to my husband Brian and myself "Luwana". Shawn just visited us before returning to Iraq on April 14th. He was is such good spirits, and couldn't wait until he could return to the US permentantly in March of 2007. He was a wonderful young man that will be sadly missed by me, my husband, my son, his girlfriend, and his new friend Travis. We have known Shawn for 7 years. We have watched him grow from a boy to a man. My son and Shawn loved to Skateboard, and their favorite hobby as children where RC Cars. It was a shock just seeing him a few days ago, and now he is gone. He is now with Our Lord, and he will always be in our hearts, and he will never be forgotten.
Christine Silipo
April 26, 2006
hello, sorry to hear about your loss. he was a fabulous person...even though I only met him a few times he was a good friend to Ted so that made him a good friend to me. he will be very missed by everyone that knew him.
sorry again for your loss.
Luwana Faulkenburg
April 26, 2006
Shawn was a wonderful man. He spent many weekends at our home in Las Vegas. He was my son's best friend. He will be sadly missed.
Our sympathy to Kathy, Rod,Kevin and Family
Valerie E. Young
April 26, 2006
First and foremost my condolences goes out to those close to shawn. Personally i do not know shawn but I have something major in come with shawn, Military: therefore in the military we always claim our fellow soldiers as our brother/sister. Shawn was my brother and I am personally sadden by this that took place. I, too, will be going over to Iraq. so I pray for shawn's family and just so they know Im sure that shawn is watching over his family and close friends.
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