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Shawn McMichael Obituary

Shawn S.

McMichael

Rhinebeck- It is with great sadness and heartache to announce the sudden death of Shawn S. McMichael of Rhinebeck, NY. Shawn, only 51 years old, died suddenly at Northern Dutchess Hospital with his mother Judy McMichael and wife Francine Pietromonaco McMichael.

Shawn was born January 26, 1965 in Poughkeepsie and raised in Rhinebeck; he graduated from Rhinebeck High School in 1983 and Delhi University in 1987. He returned to Rhinebeck to start his own business, Airtek Mechanical. Shawn was a successful entrepreneur and will be missed dearly by all of his friends and associates.

Shawn met the love of his life 8 years ago, they married and brought their families together to create their beautiful life.

Shawn believed strongly in heaven, and believed when his time came he would once again be reunited with his father, Herbert N. McMichael, who passed away 19 years ago; this was his hope.

All who knew Shawn will remember his great smile, his loud presence, his dry sense of humor and his beautiful sensitive kind heartedness. Shawn was taken from us much too soon and will be so very missed.

Shawn leaves behind his mother Judy (Piplow) McMichael, wife Francine McMichael, brother Steven, son Blake, daughter Grace, step-son Scott Oatkin, all of his in-laws, his dear friend and co-worker Scott Cameron, many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.

Calling hours are Sunday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM, at the Dapson-Chestney Funeral Home, 51 W. Market ST., Rhinebeck. Funeral Services are Monday, 11 AM, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 371 Wurtemburg Rd., Rhinebeck. Interment will follow at the Wurtemburg Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Paul' Lutheran Church or the Northern Dutchess Hospital Foundation, 6531 Springbrook Avenue

Rhinebeck, NY 12572

To sign the online register please visit dapsonchestney.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Poughkeepsie Journal from Jul. 23 to Jul. 25, 2016.

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July 16, 2017

Shawn rock , miss you Rpm

Paul Salchert

August 25, 2016

We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Shawn. He was a kind and good person in the truest sense, and such a great smile. He must certainly have achieved his hope of being with his father in heaven. We hope his family finds comfort in their happy memories of him.

Paul & Ronda Salchert

Sean McGuire

July 30, 2016

So sad to hear of the loss of Shawn. We were the neighbors with the similar names and I looked up to him for being cool. He was quiet but loud with his vehicles and later, usually had that smile, so terrific picture of him. My sympathy to his wife, children, Judy, and Steve.

Elizabeth O'Brien

July 27, 2016

Thinking of you all in your time of loss. We will always remember Shawn's happy smile and love for his family. May you find comfort in sharing happy memories together. In sympathy, the O'Brien family : John, Elizabeth, Jack, Kristopher, and Logan.

Karen Kline

July 25, 2016

Dear Judy and family. Heartfelt condolences in your loss. Always remember Shawn's big, big smile, and how that smile could light up the room.

Gianni Scappin

July 25, 2016

Shawn was an admirable worker and kind friend. He made time and went out of his way to help others. He exemplified perseverance and never complained during difficult tasks and long hours. I am terribly sad to hear of his passing and wish his family love and comfort. Have peace in knowing that Shawn has made a difference in my life and in the lives of so many others. From the entire team and Cuccina and Market St

Crystal Attanasio ' Buffone

July 24, 2016

Sean my friend you always had a smile for anyone who was in your presence , may you rest in the arms of The Lord ❤ Crystal Attanasio ' Buffone

Michaelo Calvo

July 24, 2016

My condolences to you grace and you family.
-Michaelo

Dennisre

July 24, 2016

Judy, we are deeply sorry for your loss, Shawn will be missed, we are also sorry we are in S Carolina, may your wonderful memories help you thru these hard times.
Dennis and Leslie McGuire

Beth Mostransky

July 24, 2016

Dear Judy & family,
We were so very sorry to learn of your son's sudden passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. May Gid give you strength.
Yours,
Beth & Mike Mostransky

Mark Schepmoes

July 23, 2016

Shawn was my classmate for many years at RHS, we weren't best friends, but we knew one another, how could we not, it was a small school district.

Always remembered that Shawn was a good soul, smiled a lot, and have fond memories of the times that we interacted, talked, and spent time at school.

He will be missed. My sincere condolences.

Gail Richardson

July 23, 2016

Judy,
You and your family have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son, Shaun.

Michelle Losee

July 23, 2016

virginia daley

July 23, 2016

with my deepest sympathy

Norma Dolan

July 23, 2016

Sincere and heartfelt condolences to Shawn's family from his Mother's friends of the Loft Ladies Golf League. Our hearts are with you.

My favorite picture of Shawn

Tammi Budke

July 23, 2016

Long time friends

Tammi Budke

July 23, 2016

Susan Finley

July 22, 2016

Dear Family and Friends of Shawn: What I will most miss about Shawn is his positive, "glass half full" nature and smiling face. Shawn was in the middle of installing air conditioning in my home when his son was born. I'll remember him everytime the A/C kicks in. May he rest in peace and know how much his smiling face is missed.

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