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Jon (Jack) Thomas Shehab

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Jon (Jack) Shehab Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 22, 2023.

Jack was born on December 23, 1948 in New Kensington, PA to Edward and Helen (Barbarie) Shehab. He attended Shadyside Academy in Pittsburgh and received a Bachelor degree from Lehigh University.

Jack had a passion for travel beginning with a long career as a flight attendant and inflight supervisor for Eastern Airlines. As he transitioned from life in Puerto Rico he rediscovered a talent for painting thus trading his wings for teaching art classes on exotic cruises.

He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit. He will be sadly missed by his many friends and family.

Jack was preceded in death by his father, Edward, his mother, Helen and sister Peggy (McIntyre). He is survived by his sister Christine (Krauss), brother Edward, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

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* Special thank you to Rev. Fr. John Kent Reimann from St Orthodox Church.

* Various circles of Jack's family and friends are remembering and celebrating his amazing life as they see fit in their own communities. Because his loved ones are scattered around the world, there will be no formal memorial service.

*See his Facebook page for many great memories.

* If you wish to make a donation in his memory, please consider the American Heart Society.

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July 2, 2025

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December 14, 2023

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September 21, 2023

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Alexa Conway

July 2, 2025

I was heartbroken to realize we had lost Jack. I just discovered the obit online so I am very tardy to this. Jack was a great man, a great friend. I don't know of him ever saying 'no' to anything suggested. He was always game to do everything, living life in such a full way. We flew together at Eastern, we stayed in touch until 2009 when I was going through a divorce. He had invited me to CA to attend 'dancing with the stars' being taped. of course he was going! I got his pics of that and of his Santa toe in the Pacific and in the Atlantic. God and so many of our friends must have needed a talent with a great smile. Jack would never say NO.
I've lost contact with Chris as well. Chris, I am so sorry for your loss.
Alexa Conway, Idaho

Maria Maduro

December 14, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Jack you will always be in our hearts You were more than a boss you were my best friend. Puerto Rico was your second home and we all miss you. Prayers for your soul.

Qutey Espinosa

September 21, 2023

Jack will be truly missed I met him in Vegas at Flight Attendant School. He´s a very caring person and took care of his classmates and was very family oriented with us as his classmates. RIH my brother.

Bea McClain

September 3, 2023

I met Jack on a Holland America Cruise when he tried to talk me into taking his water color art class. Eventually, he succeeded in getting me in the class, but I just could not learn to sketch, so I apologized for taking up too much of his time with no talent. Jack wasn't having it, he said not to drop out, I was the most fun person in the class. And then he talked me into teaching iPhone Photography and set it up with the ship. It is an unpaid job, but I love doing it and I will always appreciate Jack for recognizing my talent and getting me going. It is a wonderful way to meet lots of very nice people, like Jack.

This picture was taken January 31, 2018 in Antarctica. I loved his since of humor along with his creativity. I sent him this picture a few years ago. RIP Jack.

Bea McClain

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Barbara Ebeling

August 28, 2023

Jack was a very special person and very talented. He made friends wherever he went. I met Jack about 8 years ago in an art class he was teaching on a Holland America Cruise. Since then, I had attended many of his art classes and started doing portraits also of people I came across on cruises. In fact, I just finished with my husband a 71 day cruise to the North Atlantic countries and one evening as I was enjoying a combo on the ship I did portraits of each of the combo players as well as several of the couples dancing that evening. I later gave each of them their portrait! As I did that I was remembering how Jack would do the same throughout the cruise we were on together!

Because of Jack, I have been able to fulfill a dream that I had as a kid . . . that of being able to draw and paint. When I was a senior in high school my art instructor said I should go into art in college . . . but; my father said absolutely NO! So I waited until I was retired before I renewed that interest and Jack really made it happen! Because of him, I now work with pencil sketches, watercolors, colored pencils and acrylics! His classes really allowed me to stretch my abilities in those areas. He never said no that is not the way to do that. He allowed one to experiment and stretch one's abilities . . . and that I did!

Beyond that, Jack even opened the door for me to teach watercolor classes for the American Cruiseline. I was shocked when he called me and suggested that I contact them and inquire of teaching for them. The reality is that came to fruition a few years ago and I am indebted to him for opening that door for me. It has been an incredible experience that never would have happened without Jack's guidance.

Jack was a very giving person and went beyond what the average person would go in giving. He was warm, welcoming, a friend, a bit of an adventurer in all of his travels around the world and had an eye for beholding the beauty in each person. His passing is a true loss for me as I considered him a true friend and source of inspiration. May he be resting in God's almighty arms!

Jo Johnston

August 28, 2023

Jack introduced me to watercolor on a cruise and encouraged me to sketch while ashore. I just returned from a long cruise with 6 filled sketchbooks -- never would have happened without Jack's encouragement. He will be missed!

Noreena

August 25, 2023

Jack was a funny guy! I loved the bantering between him and his cousin, Eddie (My love). Jack knew how much I loved gummy bears, and every now and again I would get a package at the door, and Jack had sent me a bag of gummy bears! I'll miss that! RIP Jackie!!

Helena Livingston

August 25, 2023

So sad to see this news. I was a San Diego friend, we had lunch often and talked about his latest cruise. I will miss his lovely blue eyes and infectious smile. Rest in Peace old friend.

Richard Bayne

August 24, 2023

Jack was a wonderful person new him from eastern may the the lord be with him and with his spirit Richie Bayne

Terri Gritter - Sixth Star Inc.

August 23, 2023

Jack was a wonderful artist and helped Sixth Star fill artist positions on the cruise ships. He was always painting people and giving them his artwork for free. We will miss him terribly and his funny humor. Rest in Peace Jack.

Susan Shehab

August 23, 2023

Jack led a full life & is now in a better place & out of pain. God Bless.

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August 23, 2023

Jack was my roommate in old San Juan. He left us way too soon. I´m sure his wings will be moving on to his next adventure. Loved him like a brother.

Larry Sweeney

August 23, 2023

Many fond memories of Jack...
He was truly a good friend and a good man.
I will miss him.....
Larry Sweeney

Ed & Deb Richardson

August 23, 2023

We will certainly miss him. He was always planning GTG´s to keep the Puerto Rico group together. Thanks Jack.
Ed & Deb

Diana Prevot

August 22, 2023

What a fab painting teacher

Elaine Shehab

August 22, 2023

My deepest sympathy! Jack was a wonderful , caring, loving relative. He will be missed

Denise Shehab

August 22, 2023

Jack will be missed by his friends and relatives in Puerto Rico, where I met him as did our family. Always smiling, helping, he always kept in touch. A pleasure of a man, gone too soon. My deepest sympathy to his family.

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