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Shawn Mulkin Obituary

MULKIN, SHAWN A., 44, passed away on December 27, 2005. He was born on April 10, 1961 in Herrin, IL. He was a special and loving husband, stepfather, and especially a grandfather. Shawn was employed by Danatos Pizzeria. He is survived by his wife, Eva Mulkin; mother and stepfather, Dortha and Claude Tripp; father and stepmother, John and Martha Mulkin; stepson, Daniel Canada; stepdaughter, Stacey Canada; sister, Lisa Potter; half brother, Christopher; half sister, Kathleen, "Papa Shawn" has two grandchildren, Gavin and Kiley Smich. Visitation will be on Monday, January 2, 2006 from 2-4PM and 6-8PM at Woodlawn Funeral Home. Services by WOODLAWN MEMORIAL PARK & FUNERAL

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Dec. 31, 2005.

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Brian Webb

March 8, 2006

I worked with Papa Shawn for 7 months and am very sadden to hear something like this could happen to a man so loved by all

Jennifer Lauda

January 11, 2006

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Shawn as a driver at Donotos Pizzeria. He was a good friend. I remember him as cheerful and hardworking. I will miss seeing him around town. He spoke very fondly of his wife, son, daughter and grandchildren. My heart goes out to you all.

Richard Niemeyer

January 8, 2006

Dear Eva and family;



It was so shocking to here of you tragedy. I went to grade school and high school with Shawn; he was a deer friend of mind during our younger years. Even though I had not seen Shawn after 1985, I have often remembered the great times we had together. My family we’ll be praying for you and your family.

Mike Strong

January 8, 2006

Eva, I am very, very sorry for your loss. I just found out about Shawn. He and I were friends a long time ago. My prayers are with you.

Stacey Canada

January 4, 2006

Thank you so much to everyone for their love and support, it has been immense.

I want to let evryone know there is a fund set up with Washington Mutual, Mulkin Family Fund, to benefit Eva, Shawn's wife.



Thank you,

Stacey Canada

(Shawn and Eva's daghter)

Samantha Haynie

January 2, 2006

The whole family is very shocked and saddened. I myself have nothing but fond memories of Shawn. He and the whole family are in our thoughts.

Tina Robinson

January 1, 2006

Eva-I am so very sorry for your loss. I just heard about Shawn today. I'll never forget working with you on Valentine's Day. It was an adventure. Please call if there is anything I can do for you. We'll be praying for you and your family.



God Bless,

Tina Robinson and family

Nina S. Michi

December 31, 2005

Was so sorry to read of your loss.I am originally from Herrin,Illinois,and Shawn when younger,lived not to far from us.In fact,he went to school with my middle sister,Carol Morris.I just spoke with her on the phone,she was aware of his passing,as it was on the news there. May God comfort you and we will be praying for your entire family.

Andrew Wellman

December 31, 2005

Dear Eva and family:



I was shocked and saddened to receive the news of this recent tragedy. Please know that you have my deepest condolences, and please, if you can, please contact me. Shawn will be missed.



Andrew Wellman

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