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Shawn Eicher Obituary

Shawn Dee Eicher, 31, of Midland, Texas passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2011. She was born in Brownsboro, Texas to Loy Dean and Shirley Hutchins. She graduated from Brownsboro High School in 1997. She attended Howard Payne University and graduated with her Bachelors in Communications with a major in Public Relations. She then attended Tarleton State University and received her Master's in Management and Human Resource Management. She met and married her husband, RJ Eicher, in June of 2005 and moved to Lampasas, Texas to begin their life together. Their amazing little girl, Ellie, entered the world in March of 2006. Shawn, RJ, and Ellie moved to Midland, Texas in May of 2010. Shawn was a wonderful person and was loved by many people. She had friends from all over the state of Texas and was a great friend to all of them. Shawn was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Truman and Velma Voyles, as well as, her paternal grandparents, Delbert Hutchins and Flois Hutchins Pierson. Shawn is survived by her loving husband, RJ Eicher; and wonderful daughter Ellie Eicher. She is also survived by her parents, Loy Dean and Shirley Hutchins. Family will receive friends and family on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 between the hours of 6-8 p.m. Funeral services have been scheduled for Thursday, February 24, 2011 at 2 p.m. at Greenwood Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery. There will be a memorial service for Shawn in Edom, Texas at a later date. Shawn also requested that in lieu of flowers, please make any donations to Texas Oncology, 400 N. Garfield St, #100, Midland, TX 79701. Shawn was truly the definition of a wonderful person and will truly be missed by all of her family and friends. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Condolences may be offered at: www.ellisfunerals.com.

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Published by Midland Reporter-Telegram on Feb. 24, 2011.

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betty hutchins

January 2, 2012

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Loretta C. Roberson

March 9, 2011

Shawn was a great second grade student at Brownsboro Elementary. I loved having her in my classroom. May God bless the Eicher/Hutchins families. Keep your hands in God's hands...don't let go.

Lisa Jones

March 8, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

February 28, 2011

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Your smile, helpful ways, friendly nature will be missed. Debbie Windham, Lampasas Tx.

Eddie & Tammy Wood & Girls

February 25, 2011

Loy Dean & Shirley,

Although we could not be with you during this time, you are continually in our thoughts and prayers. May the love of friends and family carry you through.

We Love You!!!

Donna and Butch Hutchins

February 24, 2011

Shirley and LoyDean we are so sorry I know that your hearts are broken, you are in our prayers. We love yall. Donna and Butch Hutchins and Betty Lou Hutchins

February 24, 2011

Donna and Butch Hutchins and Betty Lou Hutchins

Ben & Glenda Bearden

February 24, 2011

Loy Dean & Shirley, Ben & I are heartbroken for you both, as well as R.J. and the girls. Continuing to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

February 24, 2011

Loy Dean and Shirley we are just heart broken for all of you. Keeping you in our prayers through this difficult time.

Ben & Glenda Bearden

Jennifer Therwhanger

February 24, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Shawn will be missed by all of us at ACC.

Tommy & Joyce Little

February 24, 2011

Loy Dean and Shirley,
No one can imagine the sorrow that is in ya'lls hearts right now. A beautiful angel has truly entered the gates of Heaven.

Amanda Beeler

February 24, 2011

Thinking about and praying for your family.

Joanne Caldwell

February 24, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. I know your hearts are hurting so much - lean on Him.

Ruthie McAdoo

February 24, 2011

Loy Dean & Shirley,
So sorry for your loss,Shawn was such a good girl, one that did everything right and you have many wonderful memories, I can't believe how much she looks like you Shirley. You are in our prayers.
Love, George & Ruthie McAdoo

Kim Welch

February 24, 2011

Loy Dean and Shirley...our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time...we love you!
David and Kim Welch (Beggs) and boys

February 24, 2011

Loy Dean and Shirley...our prayers and thoughts are with you during this trying time...we love you dearly.
David and Kim (Beggs) Welch and boys

Nellie Basquette

February 24, 2011

RJ, Sydney and Ellie. I am so sorry for your loss. Shawn was and is a beautiful person. She loved you all very much and is now in heaven watching over you all. No more pain. No more suffering. She's now smiling over you as you go through this hard time. We love you and if you need anything let us know. Love Nellie and the girls.

Kenny and Cindy Edwards

February 24, 2011

Loy Dean & Shirley
She was truly one of the most precious angels of our time and someone that you can proudly say was a "wonderful daughter".
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

billy and janice smith

February 24, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

February 24, 2011

loy dean and shirley, our sympathy is with you. have known shawn for a long time, always thought a lot of her and both of you. she was a beautiful girl.
our sympathy and love. billy and janice smith

Sandy and Cary Hilliard

February 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family

Vernon and Lisa Baker

February 24, 2011

RJ, all of us know what a special person Shawn was and we loved her for loving you. You, Shawn, Ellie and Sydney have been in our thoughts and prayers all during this difficult time and will continue to be so. Never forget that we are here for you.

Mary Stewart

February 24, 2011

Shirley & Loy Dean, My love and prayers to you both. Mary Stewart, Chandler

Carolyn Verver

February 24, 2011

David and Carolyn Verver have fond memories of Shawn as a teen working at the Shed. We gave her words of encouragement to further her education and she did! Loy Dean and Shirley, you can be very proud of you wonderful daughter. Our prays are with you during this time.

Cheryl Haile

February 24, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Newman and Joyce Herrington

February 23, 2011

Prayers for the entire family.

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