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Howard Shaw Obituary
Howard G. Shaw,82, passed away on January 16, 2025 in American Fork, Utah. He was born November 29, 1942 in San Diego, California to George Franklin and Anna Laura Phelps Shaw.
He preceded in death by his parents, brother Michele Shaw. He is survived by his wife Beatrice Shaw; sisters: Georgeann Christensen, Patsy Bradshaw, Frankie Fitzmorris and brother David Shaw; daughter Mary Ellen McDonald and sons Joe and Steve; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A graveside with Military Honors will be held Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Holden Town Cemetery. Online condolences can be offered at www.olpinstevensfuneralhome.com.
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55 W 200 South, Fillmore, UT 84631
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