Shane Arden Unger
1980 - 2016
Shane Arden Unger
1980 - 2016
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BORN
1980
DIED
2016
Shane Unger Obituary
He is survived by the love of his life, Michelle Heindl of Rossburg, Ohio; daughter, Lexi Unger and son, Owen Unger both living at home; maternal grandmother, Doris Mikesell of Greenville; paternal grandparents, Mary Lou & Chalmer Unger of Versailles; mother in law and father in law, Steve & Kim Heindl of Lewisburg, Ohio; brothers and sisters in law, Shawn & Marianne Unger of Sidney, Ohio, and Shad & Amanda Unger of Greenville; nieces and nephews, Chamberlain, Lauren, Boden and Parker; sister in law, Melissa (Oscar) Castillo of Georgia; brothers in law, Levi Heindl and Logan Heindl both of Lewisburg; aunts, Connie, Pam, Jean, Jane and Joanne and their spouses; as well as numerous cousins.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Russell Mikesell.
Shane worked at Voisard Tool in Russia, Ohio as a machinist. He loved dirt track racing where he traveled all through the Tri-State area. He enjoyed fishing but most of all spending time with his kids working on his race car.
There will be a service held on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Jeff Harper officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peters Cemetery, Webster, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 from 4-8 PM at the funeral home.
Shane had so many race fans so the family ask that visitors dress casual with their favorite race shirt on.
It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to a fund for Lexi and Owen. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com
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Jack and Gloria Horner
September 16, 2016
Mary Lou and Chalmer
Our Deepest Sympathy to you on the passing of your grandson ...and to the rest of the families.
Jack and Gloria Horner
Greenville, Ohio
St. John Lutheran Church
September 15, 2016
To the family of Shane,
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. May the God of peace come to you and grant you his comfort that, as you mourn the loss of Shane, you are reminded of the sure and certain promise of eternal life in Christ Jesus.
In the love of Jesus Christ our Lord,
PATRICIA BAKER
September 15, 2016
My God be with you through this heartbreaking time. I will keep you in my prayers
Lorrie Coffey
September 15, 2016
Hello, my name is Lorrie Coffey. I met a family friend of yours, Rachel on our flight back from Ft. Lauderdale. She shared with me about your loss. We too come from a racing background and we are a family in that fact. I wanted to tell you that your family has been in my prayers and I pray you will find Peace in the coming days ahead. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. God Bless you!!
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Chris Joyce George and family
September 15, 2016
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Ours thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 15, 2016
So sorry for the loss of Shane.Our condolences to the a pàrents and grandparents. Emerson and Barbara Brewer
September 15, 2016
Mike and Jan:
Sorry we couldn't make it to the visitation. You are in our prayers. I just ask that God gives you both a great big hug and helps you through. Call on Him when you need that support. We are thinking about you and praying for you. Your Kairos brother and sister, Phil and Cheryl Karn.
Barry Lane
September 15, 2016
Sincere condolences to Shane's family and friends during this time of grief. You are consistently in our thoughts.
Allen Karber
September 14, 2016
So sorry for the loss of this young man. We did not know him,but he was by all accounts an awesome person.
All of you have our thoughts and prayers!
Allen and Amanda Karber and Chevy the Corgi
Cindy and Doug Denlinger
September 14, 2016
Mike and Jan, So sorry for your loss! You are in our hearts and prayers. Your old camping friend's from Stillwater Beach! Doug said Cindy Denlinger
Tony Gronefeld
September 14, 2016
I was at the race sitting on the hillside in turn one. Didn't really know the severity of Shanes injuries but sensed something serious had happened. It was only after the race as I returned to my truck with friends that we found out together Shane had died. I personally have been attending the "World 100" since its inception missing only the second and third year as I was too young to drive myself. I look forward to it every year and plan to attend it again next year. I will look over to turn three and have a moment of silence for Shane and his family. Unfortunately I never had the pleasure of meeting Shane but from pictures he seemed to have a quick smile. I am so sorry for Shane's loss and hope the family knows as race fans we never forget the fallen drivers who entertain us while they do something they love. Tony Gronefeld Erlanger, Ky.
Jeff & Tammy O'Reilly
September 14, 2016
Our thoughts and Prayers go out to the entire Unger family who are suffering the loss of a kind, loving, & caring young man. May your family try and find peace and comfort during this difficult time knowing so many people are sending out love and support to you all. May his memory live on through the hearts and souls of many who were so lucky to have had him be a part of their lives during his short life here on earth. May SHANE FOREVER RIP!!
John Strawser
September 14, 2016
Praying for you to find comfort in knowing many are thinking and praying for you in your time of grief. You have our deepest sympathy at your loss! In His Love, Sue and John Strawser, Erica and Chad Williams and family
Rex Stupp - Kairos Bro!
September 14, 2016
Mike our hearts go out to you in your time of grief. Your Kairos Brothers are praying for you and your family. You are loved Bro.
Chase Foster
September 14, 2016
Im so sorry for your loss. The racing community lifts up your family and you all are in my prayers.
Adrienne & Steve Moberly
September 13, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. May God be with you all in the coming days. I'm glad we got to know you all at the races. God Bless and prayers for you all.
BRENDA Baker
September 13, 2016
With Deepest Sympathy to the family
Brenda Baker
September 13, 2016
Mike and Jan, I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest Sympathy at this very difficult time. My prayers are with you. May the Lord comfort you. Brenda Smith Baker.
September 13, 2016
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS THOUGHTS PRAYERS MIKE STIGDON
Neil & Jean Richmond
September 13, 2016
Our prayers are with you all ... The Richmond's, Sterling, IL
Melissa, Aaron & Josephine Marsh
September 13, 2016
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Unger family and everyone who knew and loved Shane. Especially to his lovely Michelle, his beautiful children, Lexi and Owen, to his brothers, and his parents Jann and Mike, Shane's infectious smile, his sense of humor, his kind and gentle nature will be deeply missed. His memory will live on in our hearts and through his adorable children.
Love,
Melissa, Aaron & Josephine Marsh
September 13, 2016
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Unger family and to everyone who knew and loved Shane. Especially to his lovely Michelle, his beautiful children, Lexi and Owen, to his brothers, and his parents Jann and Mike, Shane's infectious smile, his sense of humor, his kind and gentle nature will be deeply missed. His memory will live on in our hearts and through his adorable children. Love,
Teresa (Brewer) Wilson
September 13, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!!! Dwight and Ladonna Brewer and family
Joe Gray
September 13, 2016
Prayers for his children, it always hurts deep when a driver loses their life. The world lost Shane while he was doing what he loved. Rest in Peace Shane.....
Revolution Racing
September 13, 2016
Revolution Racing would like to send our condolences to the Unger family...
"God Speed"
Phillip Chastain
September 13, 2016
Praying for the family. God bless you all.
Clay Meadows
September 13, 2016
to Jann and Mike our prayers are with you and the family. he is with god and Earl up at the New Eldora speedway waiting for other to come join them and have a good time .
Annette Worden
September 13, 2016
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayer go out to you all.
Terrie Sparks
September 12, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss, sending prayers to the family! RIP
September 12, 2016
Michelle and family sorry for Shane passing away .We will always be your friends at Eldora.
Dave and Jean Jones Uhrichsville Ohio
September 12, 2016
So sorry to see that Shane passed away. Out most sincere condolences to all that knew him, family and friends. Keep the memories close to your hearts.Much Love from James and Audrey Gunning, winnipeg, manitoba, canada,
Travis Kohler
September 12, 2016
Jann, Mike and Family, Sorry for your loss... prayers be with your Family.
God speed Shane...
Modified racer Illinois
Valery Howard
September 12, 2016
Praying for you Michelle. And your family! So sorry for your loss! May God hold you close and comfort you and your family!
THE COOPERS
September 12, 2016
JANN, MIKE & FAMILY
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU WILL ALL BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS THROUGH THESE TIMES OF SORROW AND PAIN. .........
BOB & TUDE COOPER
ROSALEE & ROB COOPER
Bryan Andersen
September 12, 2016
Thoughts and prayers go out to the the family and friends. Sad to see a fellow racer leave so soon.
Diane Grillot
September 12, 2016
Michelle. Love and prayers to you and your children through this difficult time.
hershel colwell
September 12, 2016
RIP. GOD bless the entire family.
Teresa Earle
September 12, 2016
Just wanted to add that the above statement was from the Earle family and GWE Motorsports car J12
Teresa, Melissa, and Andrew Earle
September 12, 2016
God bless the family. Our hearts are sadden by your loss. Always remember the good times. It is hard loosing someone but God will bring you through. We were watching from Illinois and wanted to tell you how we felt.
Bill & Chris Beasley
September 12, 2016
Mike, Jann & family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Know our prayers are with you all.
Rick & Corinna Alexander & Family
September 12, 2016
Jann Mike and Family: We are saddened by your loss, we are asking that God send his comforting Angels to be with all of you at this very hard time, sending prayers and hugs
September 12, 2016
thinking of you..from modified racer from Portsmouth raceway park
Peg-Leg Racing
September 12, 2016
Soo sorry for your loss. Prayers for strength and comfort during this tragic time. Peg-Leg Racing, Ona, WV
Carol Zimmerman Turner
September 12, 2016
Dear Michelle, children, and Family, My deepest sympathy is with you in your tragic loss. I very well know your pain ~ I lost my husband in a vehicle accident in '92. All of you are in shock at this time which is nature's way of helping us get thru these first several days until reality confronts us. My heart aches for you Michelle, beyond words ~ especially when you have 2 little ones. There's many circumstances in life that we do not understand but God has a plan for each and everyone of us. So may you find faith and strength in the Lord and may He help you thru this very difficult time in your life. You have been in my thoughts and prayers day n nite ~ my husband and I were good racing friends of Bob Pierece, Sr. My prayers continue with you.
Kay Julian
September 12, 2016
Jann and Mike, my heart goes out to you both and your families.
Tom Kwller
September 12, 2016
I did not know Shane but we was sitting rite where it happend my and my wife heart goes out to the family a hand must have been a good man may God be with Shane's family and friends R.i.p. Shane from Tom Keller and family
Marie Beasley
September 12, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Praying for all of you. May God holds your hearts gently during this time
September 12, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this very difficult time. May God bless you and be with you!!
Schroeder Racing #55
Rick Voisard
September 12, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Denise Rinderle
September 12, 2016
Mike and Jan my deepest sympathy to your family at this time of sorrow. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
charmelle and ray gadd
September 12, 2016
It was our first time at Eldora speedway. We feel your heartache but he past doing something he loved. May the angels carry you and your family through this until its time for god will carry you to him.
September 12, 2016
Unger family. So sorry for your loss. Shane was a very nine young man. Will miss him coming into the bank. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Renee Don Zumberger and family
Sally Knapke Brandt
September 12, 2016
Mike, Jann & family, may God show you the love & support during this difficult time. I have some fond memories of Doughboy, always enjoyed his quirky smile. God Bless & prayers are with you all.
September 12, 2016
Mike, Jenn and family. My deepest condolences on your loss. Hold tight to the many great memories you have. Together your faith, close family and many friends will help you through this. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike Ernst (Minster, OH)
Boo Michelle & Buck Jones
September 12, 2016
Sending our deepest sympathys at this time. He was a great guy. So sorry for your loss.
harry browder
September 12, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Donald Bradsher
September 12, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Unger Family. May God give you the peace you all need in the days to come.
Donald Bradsher & Family and Paylor Motorsports Race Team #93
September 12, 2016
Daniel and Yvonne Rhoad (Antwerp, Ohio)
Julie Wagner-Davis
September 12, 2016
Michelle and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace in this time.
Brent Harms
September 12, 2016
Very, very Sorry for your loss. May God Bless the entire Unger Family.
Tammy Morrison
September 12, 2016
There are no other words to express our heartfelt sympathies to the Unger/Heindl families in the loss of this young man. We are all racing families and know we feel your hurt. He loved racing as all of our husbands, fathers, sons, brothers and grandfathers do and their passion for racing is in their blood. May God comfort each and every one of you and know the racing community is grieving this loss as well. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days and always.
Dan Morrison Racing Crew and families
Jerry Ammon
September 12, 2016
My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Shane was doing what he loved to do. I hate to see anyone to lose a child, at any age. You will get thru this, Heavenly Father is there with you ,,be strong.
Rhonda Berger
September 12, 2016
Mike and Jann, we are so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rhonda and Tony
Shelly Harrison
September 12, 2016
Jann and Mike, my heart goes out to you and your family. May the Lord give you comfort and peace to ease your sorrow. In His Love,
melissa lawson
September 12, 2016
So sorry for your loss, praying for your family and race friends rest in peace Shane.
Carmen (Barga)Snyder
September 12, 2016
Jon and I were so sorry to hear of the death of Shane. Our condolences to all of his family and friends.
Carmen
Mike Pratt
September 12, 2016
I didn't know Shane but being a fellow racer I just want to say I'm sorry for your loss and I will be praying for you.
Dan Kelly
September 12, 2016
God received a good one in Shane. As a race promoter but more importantly a friend I send my deepest sympathy to the family. Your racing family is here for you if you ever need anything.
JEREMY CREECH
September 12, 2016
So sorry for your loss we will have your family in our prays we will miss seeing you at the races every week from all of us from Creech Racing!!!!!!!!!!!!
Artie Parker
September 12, 2016
Prayers for the Unger Family. Cant say i ever met Shane, but i know i got to see him enjoy his sport, he as the entertainer, and me as the spectator.... tis better to be a racer for a moment, than be a spectator for a lifetime.....Peace n Love from Ptown.
Jesse Howard
September 12, 2016
Many sympathies.
Ryan Fullenkamp
September 12, 2016
Doughboy we will miss you. Sending our condolences to the family and friends
Carey Burnes
September 12, 2016
Prayers to all of You! I could not imagine how your feeling, please know the world of racing fans are feeling it with you. Your loss has hit all of our homes. So sorry again for your loss.
My Deepest sympathy to all of you.
Love,
a Race fan
Robyn Banter
September 12, 2016
Jann, I am so sorry to see that your son passed away. I will keep all of you in my prayers. May God comfort you at this time.
Robyn (Ross) Banter
Kelli Francis
September 12, 2016
Doughboy,
There are so many years of memories we shared through out the school years and after. You were a kind soul, put everyone before yourself, you always had a great joke to make everyone laugh, or a hug when some one was down. You'll be deeply missed by anyone you've touched. Love and prayers to your family and all the friends out there... especially sending Michelle and your children the strength they'll need in the following weeks, months, and years to come.
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