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Steven "Steve" SHAW
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Spokane - The man. The myth. The legend. Has been called up to the big leagues where he is finally larger than life. Steve never met a stranger, and to know him was to know true friendship. He loved to make people laugh; even during his darkest days he would find ways to work in a joke or two, because "if you don't laugh, you'll cry." He held many titles over his lifetime: son, brother, uncle, husband, dad, friend, class clown, even H.O.F. athlete, but none brought him as much pride as "Papa." The joy his grandchildren brought to him was unparalleled. His long battle with Cancer robbed him of too many things in the twilight of his life. One of the greatest losses was the ability to play golf; quite arguably one of his greatest loves in life. Being on the golf course surrounded by friends is where he preferred to spend his free time. Sharing his time on the course meant you were special to him; treasure those times. I could go on and on about this man and still never quite do him justice with my words. I do know without a doubt that he took a piece of many hearts with him, and he will be missed tremendously.
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Mike Bradley
Yesterday
I met Steve in 1971 at SFCC. He was one of the Shadle grads that I met. We had a lot of friends in common. I played many pickup sports games with him in those days. Steve was a good golfer, pool shot, athlete, and poker player. We called him "Shoe" because of his punting talent. He was also a comedian. When I moved back from WSU in 1980, he shared his home with me. I lived there until he got married. We had a lot of fun during the 70's and 80's. After moving I began teaching and didn't see Steve very often. I should have made a better effort to stay in touch. Those days I spent with Steve and our friends were a happy time in my life.
Dave Barker
Yesterday
Our friendship began in Junior High (Glover). We often rode our bikes to Downriver GC to play golf or simply chip and putt for pennies with a few other friends. Always good hearted, a friend to all, loved his family, never complained about his circumstances, funny as heck, athletic ... I admired many things about Steve but I was always jealous of his sweet ( Fred Couples) swing. Steve was a best man at my wedding. I loved Steve and I will miss him dearly.
Tammy Skubinna
September 19, 2025
Steve was so special! He befriended my brother Mark the first day they met in 5th grade and they were best friends ever since. Steve touched every person he ever met. How lucky all of us are to have known him.
Donna
September 19, 2025
The first time I met you was in 5th grade at Emerson Elementary Mrs Kennedy class . I only went there one year before we moved . Then again I got to meet up in high school and at your daughter´s cafe . It was nice to connect. Rest in peace
Mark Skubinna
September 19, 2025
Steve Shaw welcomed me to Spokane when I moved November 1, 1963 to Spokane, after grade 5 had already begun. My first and most loyal, best buddy. That is us in January 1970, Junior year, and at my wedding, August 2, 1980. We were Rowan & Rowan (as opposed to Rowan and Martin. Neither of us were the "straight" man because we were both stupidly hilarious! He always asked me, "who threw you the most touchdowns in your life"? Of course it was him! He was a gifted athlete whom had excellent hand eye coordination. Golf, pool, kicking, catching, throwing, batting, whatever. Nobody disliked Steve...NOBODY. Rest in peace my friend. So sorry your latter years were robbed from you for severe medical reasons. Yet, he never lost his humor or spirit; we just lost him.
Debbie Crogan
September 19, 2025
I loved him like a brother. I will miss his laugh and yes he made me laugh until tears came to eyes. RIP my dear friend.
Rachael Ayerle
September 19, 2025
Thank you for "The Dance" Dad I will never be the same without you, but I couldn´t be more thankful that I had you all to myself. Forever your little girl
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