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Donald Shaw Obituary
Born in Hartford, CT, on June 29, 1961, at Mt. Sinai Hospital, son of the late John O. Shaw and Marie C. (Clinton) Shaw. Graduating from Bloomfield High School in 1979, Don started working for Aetna Life & Casualty Company in the fall of 1979 in the freight department. Via corporate spin offs and acquisitions, Donald came to have a 40+ year computer and Networking career at Vertafore Incorporated of Denver, CO. Donald was known for his love of railroads, in particular passenger trains, high fidelity stereo, and water gardening. For 43 years Donald had been a faithful member of the Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. He was steadfast in his vocation of spreading the good news of God's Kingdom and his reigning son Jesus Christ and the blessings it will bring to the human family. Donald met the love of his life and wedded Antia J. Black of Bronx, New York, on July 24, 2010, and enjoyed 12 years of love and companionship. In addition to his wife Antia, Donald leaves his brother David E. Shaw, and his wife Tequirra (Cox) Shaw and their children Tirzah and Tabia of NJ; Aunts Harriet Clinton of NY and Lucretia Jackson of OH; Cousins Kate Morgan of NY; Cornell Morgan and his wife Gina and their children of GA; Karla and Anselm Manning and their family of NY; Kristina Longino and her husband Elage and family of OH; Lauren Shaw and her children; Michael Shaw and wife Cara of OH; In-laws, Regina and Jesse Black of NC; adopted sons, Keith Lowe, Eric Wilson, James Lockett, and Jordan Morgan. Don also leaves a group of the best spiritual brothers and sisters one could ask for and longtime workmates.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at 1 p.m., Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 580 Tower Ave., Bloomfield, CT 06002. Any flower donations can be delivered to the same address between the hours of 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Any memorial contributions can be made to Jehovah's Witnesses at donate.jw.org.
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Dian LeBaron
December 19, 2024
I think of my sweet "honorary son" often. He was in my home very often with my 2 sons. He called me "Mom LeBaron." I long to see him again in the resurrection.
Lorna D. Blackwell (Shipp)
December 18, 2024
I think of you still whenever I see a train museum. Fond thoughts always flood my mind with how kind you were to my children. See you one day in the resurrection.
Chuck Dobrow
February 26, 2023
Donald and I were friends and neighbors across the street from eachother growing up. John, Marie, David and Donald all wonderful and warm. So very sorry to hear this new about Donald.
Chuck Dobrow
Andrea (Gray) Baxter
February 25, 2023
This news shook me. I've known Donald most of my life, we were in the same congregation, our moms were good friends, and he was like a brother to me. We "shared" the LeBaron family as adoptive siblings. He was truly a wonderful person, who will be greatly missed. Condolences to the family
Kathleen Morgan
February 25, 2023
Donald was a wonderful person and a terrific cousin. He was also a kind friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Agnes Lindsey
February 25, 2023
Sending Love and Prayers to his Family Members and Friends. Every time I saw Donald he always had a smile.
Marcia Berner
February 25, 2023
So sorry to hear this. I always loved Don and his dad who also worked with us at one time. He was a good and faithful man.
Leroy Betsey
February 25, 2023
Donald was a great example of love and Devotion to our creator Jehovah, in a weaken state he participated in the door to door ministry, demonstrating his love of neighbor with Antia ever at his side. Sharing encouraging comments in the congregation. What a model to follow. I do believe our creator and God will reward him and restore his life in the new world shortly to come.
Sonja Tartt
February 24, 2023
I had the pleasure of working with Don at Insurity known now as Vertafore. He always wore a smile. His kind heart and infectious smile was what made him memorable. Although our encounter was more than two decades ago I´ve never forgotten him or his kindness. The East Hartford team was like family so I´d like to think our paths will cross again. My deepest condolences on a great loss. Allow the memories to be your comfort and peace.
LORNA D. SHIPP & FAMILY
February 24, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Dian LeBaron
February 24, 2023
Tears but confidence we will see each other again from his "Mom" Dian LeBaron.
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