Shawn David Sansom, age 51, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 17th, 2024. Born on November 29, 1972, he lived a full and vibrant life from beginning to end and touched the lives of many people along the way.
Shawn was an artist, poet, musician, and devout music lover. A Master CNC Machinist, Shawn was thoughtful, kind and gentle, and he had a wonderful sense of humor. A friend of Bill W., he was very active, and a dedicated GSR for his home group in Nebraska. He was giving and always respected and cared for others.
Growing up, Shawn displayed the gift of artistry and creative writing, which served as inspiration to his younger siblings and others. He played football and basketball, teaching his younger brother both skills. He enjoyed golf, drumming, playing music and gardening. He was passionate about cooking and sharing a meal with those he loved, most especially his beloved daughters and fellowship of friends, and placed in many chili cook-offs. Shawn was a dedicated Cleveland Sports fan who also loved to cheer on the Ohio State Buckeye football team and Florida Panthers hockey club.
Shawn was the loving father of Cassandra Frances Sansom and Jacqueline Michelle Sansom; dearest son of Karen Elizabeth Miller (Collins) and Richard Murray Miller; beloved brother of Launa Michelle Taylor (Sansom), Ryan Warren (Mary Ann) Sansom, Denise Anne (Jason) Marsh (Miller), Christine Sue Miller, Georgette Renee Miller and the late Tonya Rae Miller; birth son of the late David Lee Sansom; cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews.
The Sansom family will receive friends from 1:00 -2:00 PM Sunday, March 24th, 2024 at Body of Christ Community Church, 38057 Erie Rd., Willoughby. A Memorial Service will follow at 2:00 PM Sunday at the church where Pastor Mike Currier will be the officiant. The Memorial Service will be livestreamed at https://youtube.com/@bodyofchristcommunitywillo1597?si=BusoHivmeGgH77rJ
Please join the family in celebrating Shawn’s Life after the memorial with refreshments in the gathering area and meeting room.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Jeff Monreal Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Painesville.
