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Shawn Thomas Obituary

Shawn Thomas Shawn died suddenly of a heart attack at home on February 18, 2009 at age 50. Born in Vancouver, Canada on June 10, 1958, he moved to California with his parents at age seven but proudly kept his Canadian citizenship. Shawn is survived by his wife of 24 years, Cindy Singleton, and his daughter, Adair Thomas. He lovingly referred to them as "my girls." Adair was the light of his life and for him there was nothing more joyous than to swing dance with his daughter, which they did every chance they got. Shawn passed on his love of basketball to Adair; he watched her on the court with pride and loved coaching her CYO team. Shawn's true passion in life was fishing. Most recently he fulfilled his dream of having his own cabin at the Fall River which he referred to as the "Honey Hole." Shawn's ability to tell a story with wit and humor was unsurpassed. He will truly be missed by his family and many friends, as well as his many fishing buddies. He also leaves behind his Uncle Ernie and Aunt Esther and two cousins, Christopher and Alison of Vancouver; in-laws, Marilyn and Malcolm Dunham; brothers-in-law, Mike Singleton (Paige), Dan Singleton (Laurie), sisters-in-law, Suzan and Stacey Singleton and his beloved nieces and nephews, Celeste, Heather (Zack), Travis, Tyler, Louis, Wesley, and Ethan and great nephew, Finn. He also leaves behind his half sister, Robin O'Connor of Calgary, Canada. Shawn's parents were the late John and Violet Thomas. His grandparents were Andy and Sadie Donnolly. A memorial service will be held at the Loch Lomond Yacht Club, 95 Loch Lomond Dr. in San Rafael, CA, Saturday March 7th, 1:00 p.m.

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Published by Marin Independent Journal on Feb. 28, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Shawn Thomas

15 Entries

Pam Haught

March 17, 2011

News of this is just reaching his friends in Pacifica. Though we have not seen him in years he will be missed and remembered fondly.

Suzanne Henry

March 17, 2011

Dear Cindy and Adair,
I don't know if you can still receive notices from this site but I hope so. I just found out about Shawn's death yesterday. I met Shawn when he started high school at Oceana. We were in band and jazz band together. Those of us involved in the music dep't became like a family. Shawn was like a favorite brother to us. I didn't have the privilege of growing up with him like many of our class/band mates did. The news of his death is a hard blow to us. I can only imagine how difficult it has been for both of you the past two years. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you now and he was loved and will be remembered by all of us. We had been trying to locate him for music dep't reunions with no luck. Not only was he a good basketball player but he could play a mean horn! If you ever want to share remembrances I can be located thru Facebook. Much love to you, Suzanne Henry Powers Evans

Friends

March 11, 2009

Shawn brought great joy,happiness and laughter to any and all whom crossed his path, his loss to his friends, family and all whom loved him is great. If you had a bond with Shawn it was forever and there was nothing his kind and generous heart wouldn't do for you. Shawn shared his heart and all his worldly possessions, with all just because? His stories were the best and will forever be missed. Fishing was his passion in life and brought him great joy...the friends,the outdoors, the solitude...Shawn could light up a room by just being there, he lived his life at full throttle, as we have all know.
Remember to cherish the memories for now they are all we have and continue to share the "SHAWN STORIES"

Blessed are all of us whom had the pleasure of knowing him and loving him.

~All of his Fall River Friends.....

Richard Pritzker

March 7, 2009

Shawn was a charming and memorable person. He will be remembered and missed.

Paul Lashley

March 6, 2009

Cindy, I previously worked with Shawn for a short while on the Electric Bill Crew and rafting. I'm stunned and sobered by his sudden passing.I remember his upbeat character on the jobsites well. Strange it seems, though we never became acquainted outside of work, for some reason I've thought of him often in the years gone by, as though we should or could have been? My loss! This is not a dress rehearsal so why not make each day your Masterpeace!! paulie

John LaRoy

March 6, 2009

Dear Cindy & Adair,
I am very sorry for your loss. Your father/husband was the type of person who affected so many others and he hardly even knew it. I am one of his basketball friends and he is sorely missed by all of the YMCA gang. Shawn had the special and rare ability to light up the room just by entering, I and many others will always be grateful and enriched for the privilege knowing him. You are in my family’s prayers

steve hodgdon

March 4, 2009

Cindy - We're all stunned and saddened. Its a great loss for all of us. We'll help any way we can. Lean on those who love you.

Ron (Cowboy) Wynes

March 3, 2009

I was both shocked and saddened to hear of Shawn's passing. He will be missed by those of us who knew him and enjoyed his humor and company. I'm really sorry I didn't get the chance to fish with him up at Fall River. Maybe in another life. God Bless and comfort all.

March 3, 2009

Cindy,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you or your family. My love and best, Pat Kendall

March 2, 2009

Cindy and Adair our prayers are with you. We are all very sad for your loss of Shawn. His bright smile will be missed by all.

Paula and Dutch Martin and Family

Debbra Gersmehl

March 2, 2009

Cindy & Family,
Our deepest condolences to you! You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Acclaim Home Care

A man in his element

Dave Boesel

March 2, 2009

Fishing is more than holding a rod in your hand. It is a bond between the rod holder and Mother Earth, as well as our fellow fisherman - a Brotherhood. Whether it is for sport or for survival, it is a bond that can rarely be explained or broken. It simply has to be experienced for one's self.

This was Shawns life and he loved it!

Diane McGuinness

February 28, 2009

Cindy and Adair we are so sorry for your loss. I have known Adair since she started at Mary Silveira and on thru Miller Creek.We were so sad to hear of Shawn's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the two of you.

Diane McGuinness
and Miller Creek Staff

George & Geri Minor-Zimmerman

February 28, 2009

Though we didn't know him very long...that was our lost. Though we knew him at all was a gift. Our thoughts go out to Cindy, Adair, and to all family and friends; who will surely miss him.

Ed / Elaine Zimmerman

February 28, 2009

Cindy & Adair,

We are so sad for your loss, Shawn was a hoot and will be sorely missed.

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