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Shawn Dotson Obituary
PEORIA - Shawn Alan Dotson, 40, of Peoria passed away on Tuesday, May 18, 2010, at 6:37 a.m. at his home in Peoria.
He was born on April 2, 1970, in Peoria to Ronald and Ella (Painter) Dotson.
He is survived by his mother, Ella Dotson of Peoria; his father, Ronald Dotson of Dallas, Texas; one brother, Michael (Stephanie) Dotson of Bloomington, Ill.; one nephew; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Shawn worked as a clerk at the Marathon Gas Station in Peoria and as an auxiliary policeman with the Peoria County Sheriff's Department.
Shawn also attended St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral.
Cremation rites will be accorded, and a memorial service will be held on Friday, May 21, 2010, at 10 a.m. at Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel in Peoria.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association or American Heart Association.
Please visit Shawn's life story at www.Davison-Fulton.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shawn Dotson
Lisa Templeton
June 29, 2010
Miss you!!!!
Rachel Malott
May 25, 2010
Shawn, I'll always remember the sound of your laugh and your coffee rings on the counter at work. LoL. You were a part of my marathon family and I will miss you, My deepest condolences to the family. Bye, Rest In Peace and Love you man.
May 23, 2010
Ella,
I'm so sorry, I just heard! It must be hard losing a child! My prayers are with you.
Judy Norris
Joye Rinkenberger
May 21, 2010
I am so sorry to hear that Shawn passed away. We used to be wonderful friends years ago, and like so many times, lost touch. I had just reconnected with him on Facebook, and was so happy. I will always remember our late nights at Lums on Knoxville and all the joy he brought to my life.
May 21, 2010
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Lois Descamps
May 21, 2010
Ella & family: I am truly sorry for your loss. Thinking of you in thoughts and prayers.
Mike Hernandez
May 21, 2010
I am truly sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Shawn during our assignments with the Sheriff's Office. He was nice to be around and he will be missed.
Joshua D Crisfield
May 21, 2010
I Joshua D Crisfield friend and co-worker of your beloved son ,am truly sorry for your loss of a wonderful guy to know,and actuallytalk to.seems like now a days seems like people talk alot but dont really listen. I always felt comfortible talking to your son and knew he truly cared and listen to what i and anyone else had to say.My condolances to the family and friends of Shawn Dotson.He will be missed.(Peoria,IL)
Tony Brown
May 20, 2010
SA-42 (10-7) May you rest in peace,I regret hearing about your sudden departure Shawn, But it was a pleasure to serve with you May god bless you and keep you and comfort your family during this troubling period.
Tony Brown - SA-22
Penny Timmons
May 20, 2010
LuAnn & Angela
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Julia Gerard Stone
May 20, 2010
This is so sad. My condolences to everyone who is feeling his loss. He was a great guy and will be missed, even by people like me who haven't seen him since school, but keep up online.
May 20, 2010
Ella,
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. It is not easy to outlive your child. My prayers are with your family.
Donna (Swearinger) Phillips
Kim Larson
May 20, 2010
My Dearest Shawn and Family: I am deeply saddened by your loss!!! It brings me great comfort to read how you also touched so many other lives! There has always been a "Special place" for you and I believe you are there now!!! You will never- ever be forgotten!
Julie Grant
May 20, 2010
I knew Shawn and Mike from grade school. My sincerest sympathies go out to the entire family. He will be deeply missed. Rest in piece, Shawn.
Becky Randles
May 20, 2010
LuAnn and family- So sorry for your loss. It sounds like Shawn was a great person and will be missed by many. You are all in our thoughts and prayers! God Bless.
Roni Hughey-Haskell
May 20, 2010
Mike and Family:
Your Hines School and WHS friends are prayerfully thinking of your family during this tragic time. Shawn had just reconnected with so many of us on Facebook and we were enjoying catching up with him and remembering old times. May the Lord help your family through your days of pain and sorrow.
Anji Phillips
May 20, 2010
God Bless you Shawn.
Ashley Larson
May 20, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you LuAnn and your family!
Mary Ann Mayhew
May 20, 2010
Dear Ella & Family--Please know that others care and share in your loss. Keeping you in my prayers.
May 20, 2010
Sorry to hear you lost such a young life, I know he was a big part of all of you.
Hope you are all doing well. Hope your trip back Lu and Angie is safe. Tell your
sister we are thinking of her also. Carol D.
May 20, 2010
What a wonderful person, I got to know him from being a regular customer at the gas station, he was always very nice and a great guy. I am so sorry for your loss.
David Kolowski
May 20, 2010
I am deeply sorry for your loss of Shawn. He was a good man,and police officer. I truly will miss him too. I was his Sergeant for the past year. He enjoyed what he did very much. A very quiet person, but very enjoyable to be around. An empty spot will be in my squad.
Laura Salser
May 20, 2010
You are in my prayers. He will be always remembered and has a special place in my heart.
We met in Arkansas in 2003 for training class to run Sams Club photo centers. He was so sweet that he traveled to Virginia to help me set up my photo center. He came to Virginia a second time so I could show him around the area that I live. We had a fun time sightseeing and taking pictures, of course. I never made it to Illinois to visit him and will always regret that.
My condolences and prayers to his family. Rest in Peace, Shawn.
Lori colvin
May 20, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Shawn was a good friend, and a good person, and a good employee. He will deeply be missed by all who new him. Shawn u will never be forgotten!
May 19, 2010
rest in peace my friend you will be truly missed andrew b peoria il
jennifer roots
May 19, 2010
so sorry for your loss. shawn worked with all my friends years ago at dominos pizza. your family will be in our thoughts and prayers
Kim Madden
May 19, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss....my thoughts are with you.
Maria Sweidan
May 19, 2010
My deepest condolences to the family. Shawn was a wonderful person. I knew him from school, very funny and outgoing. He will be missed.
Tyler Wunglueck
May 19, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jainie Cook
May 19, 2010
Rest in peice my friend!!!
Francene Beall Angela Herring
May 19, 2010
Dear Ella, Michael, LuAnn, Angela and family,
Angie and I are truly so very sorry about Shawn's sudden death. I can't even begin to imagine what the pain and hurt must be like. We offer our condolences and know that God will uphold you with his loving arms around all of you. Shawn is at peace now and out of pain and with Grandma Sarah and Grandpa. I hope that gives you all some comfort.
I rmember when he was born. LuAnn and I used to go to your home and listen to Bill Cosby records and feed the dogs, I believe before Shawn came. That was a long time ago.
I missed seeing you this winter and hope to see you when you get to Kansas.
Know Angie and I care so much for all of you and send our love and concern.
Whatever we can do please let us know.
We love you all,
Francene and Angie
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