Shawn Michael Nance

Shawn Michael Nance obituary, Lapeer, MI

Shawn Michael Nance

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Mt. Hope Cemetery

524 N. Jackson Street , Lapeer, MI 48446

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3565 Davison Rd , Lapeer , MI 48446

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Shawn Nance Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors - Lapeer on Aug. 18, 2025.

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Shawn Michael Nance, age 54, a lifetime resident of Lapeer, passed away in the comforts of his home on August 16, 2025. He was born in Lapeer on November 1, 1970. Shawn worked as an excavator and painter for many years. He enjoyed country music, NASCAR, and mud bogging. Shawn had a great sense of humor, was always cracking jokes, and loved spending time with family and friends.

Shawn is survived by his children Shawna Nance, Michael Nance, Anthony Nance, Alyssa Nance, and Madison Nance; grandchildren Jacob, Lily, Emilia, Michael Jr., Flynn, and Ashton; mother Cynthia Harris; father Michael (Trish) Nance, brother Jeff Nance; also many other beloved family members and dear friends.

Shawn was preceded in death by his step-father James Harris and his brother Anthony Nance; grandparents Hallie and Frank Nance and Louise and Ed Brecht.

Arrangements for cremation have been entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors - Capstick Chapel in Lapeer. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 12:00 at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Lapeer. Pastor Bruce Lawton will officiate. A luncheon will immediately follow at the Lapeer Eagles, 3565 Davison Rd, Lapeer, MI 48446.

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Upcoming Events

Aug

30

Service

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Mt. Hope Cemetery

524 N. Jackson Street , Lapeer, MI 48446

Send Flowers

Aug

30

Service

1:00 p.m.

Fraternal Order of Eagles

3565 Davison Rd , Lapeer , MI 48446

Send Flowers