Obituary of Les Shaw
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Leslie Robert “Les” Shaw announces his passing, which occurred on Saturday, April 25, 2020, at the Loch Lomond Village. Born January 13, 1929, he was a son of the late Henry and Myrtle (Melvin) Shaw.
Les is survived by his wife Leona Shaw; son Lester Shaw (Rhonda); daughters Sandra Thibodeau (Wayne), Ruth Ross (Arthur), Dianne Hasselman, and Rose Eidt (Raoul Goguen); brother Gary Shaw (Linda); sister Shirley Shaw; grandchildren Jacqueline, Michelle, Robert, Bradley, Christopher, Jason, Mindi, Jennifer, Kelly, Pauline, and Kenny as well as 21 great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Aside from his parents, Les is predeceased by his sister Violet Wilcox; brothers Gerald Shaw and Percy Melvin.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Wayne, Al, and the staff of St. Joseph’s Hospital 7th floor as well as the staff of the Loch Lomond Village – Maple house for their wonderful care of Les during his time with them.
Arrangements are under the care of Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, N.B. (634-7424). A memorial service will take place at a later date. A private graveside service will be held at St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Branch #69 Legion, or Romero House. Online condolences can be placed at www.BrenansFH.com
