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Shawn Scanlon Obituary
Shawn was a 2003 graduate of Tolman High School where he played hockey. He worked for the city of Pawtucket for 12 years where he was a member of Local #1012 and he later worked for Waste Management. Shawn was known as a very loyal person to his family and friends.
Besides his parents he is survived by his sister, Kerri Ulrich and her husband Jason of Minnesota; his maternal grandmother, Lucille Baten and step grandfather Harold Baten; two nieces, Kassie and Ani Ulrich, and his long time companion, Jennifer Reyes.
Relatives and friends are invited to a committal service Saturday at 11:00 am in Mount Saint Mary Cemetery, 661 Prospect Street, Pawtucket. Visiting hours will be held on Friday from 4-8pm in the Costigan-O'Neill Funeral Home, 220 Cottage Street, Pawtucket. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice in memory of Shaw. www.oneillfuneralhomes.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Shawn Scanlon
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Jamie Presnol
April 16, 2024
One of thee bestest pics, of one of my bestest friends! I'm sure she was a wonderful woman. Any, that could fill those shoes and still keep him in line DEF had to be!!!
MY DEEPEST COLSOLONCE.
Juana Pires
April 27, 2022
I remember Shawn when he attend the Pawtucket Family YMCA for child care he was a very sweet young man my son and him grew close it was heartbreaking to hear of his loss my heart goes out to mom and dad may our angel Shawn rest in peace always
December 20, 2015
Dear Jan and Al, just want you both to know I am thinking of you. The memories of Shawn and his fun loving personality, sending my deepest sympathy. Shawn was a kind Young man,we have many shared memories of his childhood. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Kathie Toner
Tiffany Bussiere
May 13, 2015
I remember Shawn from THS he was a grade a head of me he was a nice person and will be miss by all that know him. RIP Shawn we all know you will be watch over ever one. I see so may friends and people I know from THS pass a way its just to sad. From class of 2004.
Britt
May 9, 2015
HE was a great kid he will be missed. RIP Shawn!
Andrew Joshua Lawless Sr
May 5, 2015
I , Remembered Shawn Was My Brother Dominics Guitar Partner & Race Car Partner During Weekends ... & They Would Joke Around Who Would Win The Race At The End Of The Day !!!!! So , Stay At Peace ??? Bro Shawn Joshua 6:10 ???????
Joyce Guild
May 5, 2015
Dear Al and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Joyce Lawton Guild
Janet Arnold
May 5, 2015
May Shawn rest in peace.He's such a beautiful kid!
May 5, 2015
Dear Al & Jan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Love, Jan and Gale from Pawtucket
May 4, 2015
Al and family, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. My prayers and deepest condolences to you all .
Charlene (Snyder) Dwyer
May 4, 2015
My girl Lauren graduated with Shawn from THS and it makes it that much sadder. Sending you good thoughts Alley-Cat, Jim McCaughey.
Margaret Panosian
May 4, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
caroline Cruz
May 3, 2015
May he rest in peace..
Robynne Wildman
May 3, 2015
Jan, Al, Kerri...so sorry for the pain you are feeling. I hope your happy memories bring you comfort.
Tanya Emily Blaser
May 3, 2015
I , Remembered I Was The Graduating Class Of 1996 At St. Raphaels Academy With Shawn ... & I Went 2 Karate Class With Shawn & His Father Was My Karate Coach When I Was 6 Years Old ??? So , God Bless U !! Brother Shawn John 12:05 ????
Elaine Jamieson
May 3, 2015
Dear Al & family. Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son, Shawn. Gary & I lost our 31 year old son in 2010 and I so empathize with your family at this time. Shawn will be in my thoughts and prayers.
May 2, 2015
Dear Al and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Shawn. Please accept my sincere condolences and prayers.
Toni Bertoncini, Providence, Rhode Island
Don Hartley
May 2, 2015
So sorry for your lost may he r.i.p.My prayers are with you.
May 2, 2015
Jan, Al and family, Our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this time. We are very sorry for your loss, surely he will be greatly missed. Tom and Suzanne Fleming
Fran and Frank
May 2, 2015
Jan, Al, and Kerri, Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. There are no words that can express how we really feel. Just know we are praying for you.
Sandy Harrop
May 2, 2015
Jan, Al & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Shawn will be missed, he was an amazing person. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jaimie Raposa (Harrop)
May 2, 2015
I am so saddened to hear about the loss of Shawn. I vividly remember our years together on and off the ice. He was such a caring and genuine person who made everyone laugh. Mr. & Mrs. Scanlon my heart breaks for you, may you find peace in this difficult time.
Scott Squadrito
May 1, 2015
Jan and AL, I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you and your family.
Kelly (friend of Jennifer)
May 1, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Rest in peace, Shawn. Thinking of you daily, Jennifer. The family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love to all.
Terry laBree
May 1, 2015
So very sorry for your loss
May 1, 2015
Al & Jan so sorry for the loss of your son, he was taken from both of you too young, may he rest in peace!! God bless him and your whole family!! Tom and Sandra Arnold
May 1, 2015
Friday,May 01,2015
Our deepest condolences too your Family
May God Bless and comfort you.
Michael [Duke] & Sandra Stuart
Sharon Goldstein
May 1, 2015
Our hearts were broken when hearing of Shawn's passing. May love of family and friends bring you comfort. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sharon, David & Alex
Dianne Fontaine-Brown
May 1, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Scanlon family...nothing can ease your pain at this time...may loving memories of your time shared with Shawn help you get through each day knowing you will be together again one day.
Taylor McGinness
May 1, 2015
I love you Shawn
Justin Iacovone
May 1, 2015
God bless his soul. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kerri Ulrich
April 30, 2015
You can visit Shawn's Memorial Fund page at http://shawnscans.mydagsite.com/ We would greatly appreciate any gift made here. Thank you!
Eric Presnol and family
April 30, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Scanlon Family in this difficult time for all. Our many memories will remain with us forever. With love
Nicole Trudell
April 30, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you always. To you and yours my deepest condolences. You are loved and will be deeply missed. An angel in a better place. God must have big plans for you to have been taken so soon.
Pamela Silva
April 30, 2015
Dear Al and Jan: I am so sorry for your loss. I remember so fondly when Shawn was just a young boy swimming at the pool at the holiday inn every summer. He was always so happy and loved to be with everyone. It was nice seeing how he much he grew every summer. My deepest sympathy to you Jan and All. Love, Pam Silva
Ann Lafayette
April 30, 2015
Jan, Al and family,
There are no words for loss of a son,bother,grandson,boyfriend, friend, cousin so young. Shawn touched many lives I hope the love and support of the people who loved Shawn helps you through this very difficult time.
Love Ann and Roger
DAn and Lois Peloquin
April 30, 2015
Can't begin to tell you how sad we are for you. We wish you happy memories soon.
David Camirand Jr.
April 30, 2015
God give your family peace and comfort them at this most difficult time. RIP Brother.....
Sally Scanlon
April 30, 2015
David Camirand Jr.
April 30, 2015
You were like a little brother to me. You will be dearly missed. GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. Always in our hearts.
Angie Bourgault
April 30, 2015
Al & Jan, Jack & I are so sorry. You both are in our thoughts.
Jackie
April 30, 2015
Rest in peace Shawn
Juana Pires
April 30, 2015
my condolences to your family may you find strength and peace from family and friend may Shawn R.I.P
April 30, 2015
With deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. May he R.I.P.
Robin and Larry Sweeney
Oakland Beach Volunteer Fire Co.
April 30, 2015
Are deepest sympathy on your lost of your son.
Mr.& Mrs. Wallin { Julie-Ann Knox parents}
April 30, 2015
Our condolences to the Scanlon Family at this difficult time. You will be missed Shawn!
Local 1012
Ana Avila
April 30, 2015
May u RIP.sorry for ur lost
Yolanda Viera
April 30, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Scanlon family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in Peace SHAWN.
Talan McGinness
April 30, 2015
I miss you and love you
michelle kolb - boudreau
April 29, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time... My kids grew up with Shawn and I will always remember him as such a cute happy kid, may he rest in peace And may your memories of him get you thru the tough days ahead.....
Kimmie Jeannotte
April 29, 2015
You will truly be missed:( may you rest in peace
April
April 29, 2015
You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Rest easy sweetheart
justin massey
April 29, 2015
Only the good die young , i cant believe you were called upon so young , god must have had a tough task to complete ,may you rest in peace bro, forever in the clouds till we ride again buddy R.I.P ..my prayers and condolences go out to the scanlon family and friends..
Joe Tulli
April 29, 2015
Rest in peace and God bless,Shawn. Deepest condolences to the Scanlon family.
Josh Dooley
April 29, 2015
You are greatly missed Shawn I am glad ur at peace bro. My condolences to the Scanlon family at this difficult time, anything you need I'll always be around! R.I.P. Shawn
Gail Bobola
April 29, 2015
May God hold you and comfort you at this time of great sorrow. My condolences to the Scanlon family and friends.
Kendra Dufault
April 29, 2015
I offer my deepest condolences to all of shawns family! After knowing him 18 yrs, it is so hard to believe. If there is one thing I know the amazing man he was will live in all of our hearts until we see each other again! We love you scans all of the people you came across you left a great impression on. Rest easy dear angel
Mike Benjamin
April 29, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Shawn's passing. I will always remember the days at the Holiday Inn pool and his flirting ways with the girls and his back rubs. It is true that only the good die young. I will miss him. Again, I am so sorry for Al & Jan.
Scott Plouff
April 29, 2015
Shawn I hope your at peace buddy it was way too soon for u to go I still cant believe god made u an angel fly high brother and watch over us all love u kid till we meet again homie rest in paradise.
latoyia pacheco
April 29, 2015
Sorry for your loss r.i.p. Shawn sadly missed but never forgotten
Mike & Carrie Simmons
April 29, 2015
Our Deepest condolences in this time of sorrow
Niki Best
April 29, 2015
My heart aches for you and yours, my deepest condolences.
Kevin Gallant
April 29, 2015
My condolences to the Scanlon family. Sean, rest easy brother it was way before your time
Vanessa Bedard
April 29, 2015
My condolences to the family and close friends. I've know Shawn since Goff and am so saddened by this. I am glad he is at peace.
Betty White
April 29, 2015
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your wonderful son. "My little Shawn" is at rest and in the best possible place one can be. My faith tells me that he has his place with the angels in heaven and will be watching over those he loved. He was a fine young man and the absolute cutest little boy I have ever met. Know that my prayers are with him and your entire family at this very difficult time. I love you xo
The O'Neill Family and the Staff of Costigan-O'Neill Funeral Home
April 29, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
April 29, 2015
Deepest sympathies. George & Kristy Grayson
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