This photo is Shawn in Courthouse Park, the epicenter of the Town’s Downtown Square. He was blessed to know so many kind and friendly people. He enjoyed playing (especially the harmonica) with the band ‘Jus Wicked’ and other wonderful musicians and bands over the years. He loved working at the Museum during the big addition and renovation years ago. Such a gentle soul. He read three major papers every week and cared about the environment and social justice. He loved his family and we all loved him. I will miss our gardening times together.

My wonderful, beautiful cousin, it has been too long since last we met. Your peace, serenity and song are the things I will always remember. Play your harmonica, for all of heaven to hear. I miss you. Darryl (and Debra) Campagna

Our condolence to Heather and all the boys on their loss of brother Shawn.

Jim & Mona

I’m so sorry to read the announcement of Shawns passing. He always had a kind and positive word to say. I enjoyed spending time talking with him about any and everything. My condolences to Heather,Wayne and Dean and the rest of the family

So sorry to hear of Shawn’s passing such a lovely gentle soul. I knew him when I used to work out of the Registry Office and he was maintenance there. Afterwards I would see him out and about and he always was very kind to me would stop and chat. My condolences to your family during this difficult time. Kindest regards Senga

Shawn was a kind and gentle soul and I am fortunate to have know him . He will be missed by many ! Shawn every time I hear “we have no stake in tomorrow “ I will think of you and smile .
Sorry for for loss Jim
Jim Bissett

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Shawn Whalen. I was his neighbour in Windsor for many years. I often think of the family and wonder how you are doing. He was young when he left Windsor. I was often at their home in Windsor to visit his sister Heather and their wonderful Mother. RIP

Our deepest sympathies to all the family. Happy memories of Shawn and Chris talking music together.

I cannot remember a single cross word between us. I loved it when Tommy and Shawn played music together. I will never forget you cousin. My heart is with his wonderful sister and brothers.

We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Shawn’s family and friends.

Jim & Ruth,
Sorry for your loss, our condolences to your Family
Take care.
Gil & Val

Very sad to hear of Shawn’s passing. Also neighbors for many years in Windsor. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

Shawn & I cut the lawn together every week at the Farm. He did a wonderful job on the trimming & always dug in for a great meal..I love my Brother so very much; Ruth & I will miss him greatly!

Shawn always impressed me with his harmonica playing. I enjoyed hearing him jam with different bands.
I will miss our chats and his sense of humour.
He was a master at Trivia Pursuit.
Shawn was a good and kind Brother. He enjoyed visiting family at anytime.
His sudden departure was unexpected. I am grateful that it was peaceful.

Heather & Wayne & family – We are sorry to hear the loss of your brother, we will miss our talks with Shawn about music and our love of playing harmonicas. Our deepest sympathy.

Jim and family

We were shocked at hearing of Shawn/s passing.

Please accept our deepest sympathies and condolences.

Karen and Mike

We always enjoyed chatting with Shawn when we saw him around the square. He was such a friendly fellow and he liked discussing music with Ron. Our sincere sympathy to his family.

Shawn was a lovely man, we always talked about both coming from Windsor to Goderich. I will miss those conversations. My sympathies to his loved ones.

Yes he was a great friend. Knew him for 24 years from Bruce st apartment. Great guy. Will be miss

We knew Shawn from him being a great customer at McDonald’s and subway.. such a great friendly person sure loved to chat :) Rip Shawn out condolences to the family

I have fond memories of Shawn from our days at Walkerville, he was a great guy! May you Rest In Peace!

Shawn was so nice, so caring funny guy always made me laugh we had some time and so great party I sure will miss him

Say hello to Bruce Walls for me. RIP Shawn, you were a great guy!

We are sorry to learn of the loss of your brother. Our condolences to you and the family. We hope you bearing up through this stressful period.
Love Mike and Gina

Heather and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Shawn always had a very special place in my heart, he always lit up my days either at the Burger Bar or BMO. He was so kind and selfless. I can truly say I loved that man, he was one in a million and he will most certainly be missed greatly in this world…..he use to help my Grandma (Kay Laframboise) and they would talk about stories of when you family lived beside them, Grandma is 93 and it always made her so happy chatting with him! You are all im my thoughts and prayers!

Tasha ♡

Sorry to hear of your family’s loss. Have many fond and warm memories of Shawn coming to our home, playing the player piano and entertaining our young family. He was a gentle soul and a true pleasure to know.

Sorry to hear of Shawn’s passing. I remember, as as child, Shawn coming over to my family home to visit and play the player piano we purchased from his Father.

He was always welcome in our home, and provided great entertainment with his stories, laughs,and love of music.

Watching Shawn play the piano was mesmerizing and magical!

The Matthews kids

Kelly, Corby, Shannon, and Meghan

I’ll miss you, Uncle Shawn! I’m glad you were a part of our family as I grew up… from regular Sunday afternoons to all of the holidays & family celebrations. Thank you Shawn for the fun memories, one of the best was teaching Conor, Alecia and I how to write lyrics with ‘swear words’. Every time I hear a terrible joke I will think of you! Love Haley

Happy Days, Shawn at the farm.

My deepest condolences to the family and i pray that the lord would wrap his loving arms around the family at this time.

Shawn was my nextdoor neighbor growing up in Windsor. I still remember the day he and his family moved away. I cried that day. We were playmates and I never forgot him.
I was very sad to hear of his passing. I always hoped we would meet again one day. May he rest in peace and know that there is someone who never forgot him. Anita