John Elwood Shaw

John Elwood Shaw obituary, Flat Rock, MI

John Elwood Shaw

John Shaw Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Michigan Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. on Aug. 24, 2023.

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SHAW, John E., age 33, of Detroit, August 23, 2023. Beloved son of Thomas Shaw and Amy (Matthew) Jorgensen. Loving brother of Meghan (Uribi Beaumont) Shaw, Dillon Shaw, Claire Gomez, and his fur companion Hank. Dearest grandson of Joan Lesner and Nancy Souke. He is survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Hugh Lesner, grandparents John E. SR. and Carroll Shaw, his uncle John E. Shaw, and Jerry Garcia. John enjoyed playing hockey as a youth. He loved music, especially The Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, and Led Zepplin. He loved watching NFL football with his father. He was an avid reader and enjoyed science and history. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sobriety House.

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August 25, 2023

Jorgensen Team posted to the memorial.

August 25, 2023

The Jorgensen Team sent flowers.

August 24, 2023

Gail Martinez {Joe & Grant} posted to the memorial.

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Jorgensen Team

August 25, 2023

Our sincere condolences & prayers to the family.

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Gail Martinez {Joe & Grant}

August 24, 2023

May you rest in peace John~much affection for you from my son's, Joe & Grant Martinez also. You will be missed dearly & always remembered with much love.
My sincere condolences & prayers to the family & other friends.

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