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Shawn BRADY Obituary
Shawn E. Brady
Shawn E. Brady of Springfield, formerly of Chicago, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at his residence.
He was born in Belleville, the son of Earl "Gene" and Marvine Brady. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, mother and Uncle Tom.
Shawn was a graduate of Edwardsville High School and attended Lewis and Clark Community College. He was the president and owner of Drawn Metal Products in Niles. He loved his family, Farmingdale neighbors and Chicago, EHS and Belmont Harbor dock friends. He enjoyed boating and golfing and was an avid Cubs, Bears and Blackhawks fan.
He is survived by his father, Earl "Gene" Brady of Springfield; son, Preston (Maddie) of Tulsa, OK; granddaughter, Ava of Tulsa; sister, Karla (Scott) Wilhelm of Springfield; brothers, Mike (Sheila) of Butler, PA and Brian (Danette) of Edwardsville; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 1, 2012, at Vancil-Murphy Funeral Home, with Rev. Gary Winkleman officiating.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shawn BRADY
August 11, 2020
It's been 8 years since you passed. I remember that nite 30 years ago when I met you. I will never forget you. Now both you & my brother Ronnie whooping it up. May GOD be with your loved ones.. . N from MI
QUINTON HANKS
August 10, 2012
I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO SAY,I'M IN SHOCK.TO THE BRADY FAMILY MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES.SHAWN IS THE GODFATHER OF MY TWINS,I'M HAVING A HARD TIME TYING THIS,BUT I WILL MISS HIM TERRIBLY.WE WENT THROUGH A LOT TOGETHER,HAD FUN,AND LOTS OF LAUGHS.PRESTON,STAY STRONG! SHAWN U WILL BE MISSED.SO SORRY, MR BRADY AND FAMILY.I HAVE PLENTY OF PICTURES TOO REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES,HE WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN...Q, PATRICIA AND HIS GODCHILDREN, QUINTON JR. AND LEXY.BYE MY FRIEND,SMOOTH SAILING...
August 1, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Brady family. Capt Shawn was a special person who was loved for his caring, kindness,unselfishness and outrageousness. He has touched so many lives and will be greatly missed but never forgotten. There will never be another Duke and I am blessed to say Shawn was my friend. Rest in peace my friend.
Capt. Ziggy (Chuck) Pertile
August 1, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Brady family. Capt Shawn was a special person who was loved for his caring, kindness,unselfishness and outrageousness. He has touched so many lives and will be greatly missed but never forgotten. There will never be another Duke and I am blessed to say Shawn was my friend. Rest in peace my friend.
Capt. Ziggy (Chuck) Pertile
Capt. Flood & Lily
July 31, 2012
Our most heartfelt sympathies to the entire family during this difficult time. We are deeply saddened to lose our dear friend. Shawn had a heart of gold and was one of a kind. We'll always cherish the many many memories we had together. He left us too soon, but he'll always be remembered and loved forever by the many lives he touched. We miss you DUKE and love you very much!!!! May you rest in peace. xoxo
July 31, 2012
Fond memories from the Class of 1979 & all those included who knew Shawn.
My deepest sympathy to his family.
Amy Sedlacek Breihan, Seattle WA
Diane Wall
July 31, 2012
My deepest condolences to Preston, Mr. Gene Brady and the Brady family. We had a lot of ups and downs at DMP, some good memories with some laughs and some tears. Just so sad to hear about him passing.
Randye Vanzo/Terrell
July 31, 2012
Condolences to all who loved Shawn. Had many great times with him years ago. He will be missed. He is in God's loving arms. Rest in peace.
July 30, 2012
Preston Im so sorry to here about your loss. Im sure your father will always be with you, be a great father and make him proud! Wishing you only the best!
Becky (Sands) Dykes
July 30, 2012
You may not be here, but you will never be forgotten. Earl, Karla, Mike, and Brian, you have my sympathy. You will certainly be missed by all who loves you.
July 30, 2012
Karla,
I'm so sorry to hear about your brother's passing. My thought and prayers will be with your family. Cheryl Schlehman
S. Barbara Smith
July 30, 2012
I was shocked to hear the news of Shawn's death. Our community will keep the Brady family in our prayers! Sister Babara Smith, OSB
July 29, 2012
To the Brady Family- I am so sorry for your loss, this was a shock to see. I remember goods time with Shawn at EHS. He will be missed. Carolyn (Krieger) Gregurec
July 28, 2012
Our thoughts are with all of you.Lots of good times to remember living on St. Louis street. May God bless you all.
The Jarrett Family, Edwardsville, Illinois
Colleen Wiley
July 28, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to the Brady family. Shawn was a great guy when I knew him at EHS (79), from the other comments it appears that stayed with him for the rest of his life. RIP Shawn, you will be dearly missed by a lot of loved ones.
Mike & Phil Weber
July 28, 2012
Mr. Brady, Karla, Mike & Brian, dad and I are very sorry to hear about Shawn, we all had alot of fun growing up together and it is a sad time. Our thoughts are with you all.
Don Busch
July 28, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kari Burns
July 28, 2012
Very saddened by the news. I worked for Shawn at Drawn Metal. He was a very nice man. I read the posts from others and all I can do is smile because all of what people are saying is bringing back memories of his twinkling eyes and big smile.
I hope your family heals quickly. May your memories of Shawn bring smiles to you ratherthan tears. Gid bless.
Valerie Kmiec
July 27, 2012
Absolutely heart breaking.... my prayers go out to your family & loved ones Shawn. It was a pleasure and honor to have you in our lives. You sure brought the excitement and adventure to D dock or I should say "D"ukes dock. You will be painfully missed by all of us. May you rest in peace on Cloud Nine my friend
I luv ya Darlin'
July 27, 2012
From our times in Mrs.Ryans second grade class at N.O.Nelson,to our years at EHS I look back fondly! Peace and prayers be with your loved ones always.Crystal Flamer.
Colleen Holshouser
July 27, 2012
Shawn was a great guy! He will always be remembered from the EHS class of
1979! And the blue Corvette..!
CJ and Brenna Jeffers
July 27, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. We will remember your family in our prayers. We especially feel a great burden for your Dad. This will be a very difficult time for him. We pray God's mercy will sustain all of you.
Kristi Force
July 27, 2012
It's funny how you only remember the good times....my heart aches. So sorry
Taina Badalamenti
July 27, 2012
To the Brady Family, I send my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember Shawn with a twinkle in his eye and gleam in his smile.
barb anderson
July 27, 2012
Brady Family, I am sorry to hear about Shawn. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. He is with his mom once again.
david ewing
July 27, 2012
Captain Shawn,
The last couple of years were rough my friend and I hope you are at peace now. You will always be the "Duke" and "Spiritual Leader" of D-Dock, Belmont Harbor Chicago. We had some wacky and fun times together. You did it on your terms and that is more than most can say! If Shawn was your friend, you had a friend indeed! Everyone in the boating community mourns your passing my friend. Anchors away...
July 27, 2012
Brady Family,
My "little" brother, Clay called me this morning with this sad news. I am at a loss for my profound sadness of Shwan's passing. The Brady family has had and will always have a special place in my heart. Please accept my condolences. Jeff Bulmer
JoAnn Knoll
July 27, 2012
Shawn will be missed dearly. He and I were the best of friends and I will never forget his laughter and smile. Love him! Conner also sends his love and said you were the closest he ever had to having a dad.
Margarita Jaime
July 27, 2012
Please accept my sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with Shawn's family. He was kind and he will be missed.
Cari Zapata
July 27, 2012
My prayers are with the Brady family. Shawn was a good friend and i will miss him. God be with you!
Daniel Kmiec
July 27, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Shawn's family. He will dearly be missed at the harbor. My little girls Katelyn, and Carin always looked forward to saying hi to "Captain Shawn" when we got down to the lake. I've had many late night talks with him over the past 12 years. He always meant well, and would help anyone who needed it at the harbor. He has a kind soul. I will surely miss his Sunday Sermons. He was the "Spiritual Leader" (Jokingly) of D-Dock. Toast. May the wind always be at your back and the sun upon your face. And may the wings of destiny carry you aloft to dance with the stars.
July 27, 2012
RIP Shawn. You will be greatly missed.
larry hackethal
July 27, 2012
he will be missed by many, may his family be filled with love and the happy thoughts of the times spent with him
Rob Harris
July 27, 2012
My sympathies to Shawn's family and friends. He loved life and enjoyed living it. Shawn, you will be missed. RIP
Scott Reid
July 27, 2012
R.I.P, my friend...
July 27, 2012
Blessings to the people who loved you. rIP
Leanne Nealy
July 27, 2012
My sympathy is with his family and friends. RIP
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