Lewis Christian Shaw, age 70, died January 3, 2016 from Pneumonia after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Lew was born September 25, 1945 in Renton, Washington, to Lewis Asher and Minna Martha Kruse Shaw, the oldest of four boys. After graduating from Renton High School, he served honorably in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, continuing his service in both the Army and Navy Reserves for a total of 30 years. He graduated from the University of Utah, and taught Middle School History and Geography in the Jordan School District for 30 years. He joined the LDS faith shortly after meeting his eternal companion, Mary Ann Linnell Shaw. He served faithfully in many church callings, and in the community. He really loved the outdoors, camping, spending time in his garden, and talking with friends and neighbors. He loved his family very much, and enjoyed spending time with his grandkids.
He is survived by his wife Mary Ann, daughter Becky (Ash), son Matthew (Jamie), daughter Melanie (Mike), brothers Dan (Dianne), Tom (Joni), and twelve grandkids: Elexis (Toby), Nicholle, Nathan, Elyce, Mackensie, Abby, Emily, Andrew, Jacob, Matthew, Sydnie, Emma. Preceded in death by his parents Lewis and Minna, brother Michael (Jean - still living), and son Derek. We want to thank the staff and nurses at the Payson Veteran Care Center for their loving care shown to Lew over the past two years.
Services will be held Friday January 8, 2016, 11am, Riverton Stake Center (1855 West 13400 South Riverton UT 84065). Viewings Thursday January 7, 2016 from 6-8 pm Larkin Mortuary (3688 West 12600 South) and January 8, 2016 from 10 - 10:45am prior to funeral services at Riverton Stake Center. Interment immediately following funeral at Riverton City Cemetery (1500 West 13200 South Riverton, UT 84065).
