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Shane graduated from Graettinger High School in 2003, before working on the farm with his dad. He also did some DJ work on the side.
Shane enjoyed farming, 50s and 60s music, Carolina Panther's Football, Graettinger-Terril Sports and video games.
He was a member of Grandview Baptist Church in Estherville. Shane had a heart of gold and was willing to help when needed.
Shane is survived by his father, Bill Girres of Graettinger; siblings, Brian (Sandy) Girres, Lisa (Dave) Chapman, and Shalene (Jeff) Naig all of Graettinger; special friend, Christy Konieczski; as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Susan Girres, and his grandparents, Bill and Ruth Ellis and Arnold and Agnes Girres.
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