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Shawn W. Gibson

Shawn W. Gibson

Shawn W. Gibson, age 36 of Durand, died Sunday, November 8, 2015 as a result of a self-inflicted wound.

Shawn was born on June 26, 1979 in Menomonie. He was the son of William and Bonnie (Erickson) Gibson. Shawn grew up in Eau Galle, attended St. Mary’s grade School and graduated from Durand High School in 1998. After high school, Shawn went to work for and was currently employed with Wieser Concrete in Maiden Rock. Shawn married his high school sweetheart, Amanda McDonnell on August 16, 2003 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Eau Galle. Together they had three daughters, Abby, Dani and Izzy.

Shawn liked hunting and camping. He enjoyed being on and was an active member of the Durand Fire Department. Shawn loved spending time with family and friends, but most of all he cherished being with and talking about his three daughters.

Shawn is survived by his wife; Amanda, three daughters, Abigail, Danielle and Isabella, all at home, parents; Bill and Bonnie Gibson of Fall Creek, one sister; Tami Miller of Fall Creek, mother-in-law; Mary Harmon of Arkansaw, niece and nephew; Samantha and Derrick Miller of Fall Creek, sister-in-law; Elizabeth Gifford of Arkansaw, his dog; Magi, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, good friend; Dan Mears, stepfather-in-law; Gene Gifford, five uncles and three aunts.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, November 12, 2015 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Eau Galle. Rev. Jerry Hoeser will officiate. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4-8 PM at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shawn’s Daughters Memorial Fund at the Waumandee State Bank in Durand.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

  1. Dick & Jan Bates

    Family of Shawn Gibson:

    So sorry to hear of your loss. We will remember Shawn in our prayers.

    Dick & Jan Bates

  2. Bob and Laurel Sinz

    Our sincere sympathy during these challenging life events.
    The Sinz Family

  3. Pat Poeschel

    My deepest sympathy to Amanda & girls and family. I will always remember Shawn when I was his 3rd grade teacher at St. Mary's. He had the greatest smile. So full of energy!! We all lost a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Pat

  4. Cynthia Kralewski

    So sorry for your loss! You and your girls are in my thoughts and prayers!

  5. Lori Minch

    I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you comfort during this time of sadness.

  6. Pudenz Family

    We are so sorry for your loss. We are just across the highway if you need anything. We can watch the girls for you anytime.

  7. Judy and Randy Norrish

    Losing a loved one is one of the worst parts of life. We wish you peace, courage and comfort to face the days ahead. Hold on to the arms of family and friends, they will help you through this most difficult time.

  8. Jan and Joe Drier

    So very sorry for your loss! Thoughts & Prayers for the entire family and may you feel comfort in all the memories you shared with Shawn. God Bless....

  9. Cara Zaruba

    I'm sorry to hear this.

  10. Paula Smith

    BONNIE AND BILL AND FAMILY: SHAWN WAS THE KIND OF GUY THAT WAS THERE IF YOU NEEDED A HAND OR HE WAS A GUY THAT WOULD BE THERE FOR THOSE WHO NEEDED HIM I KNOW IM GOING TO MISS HIM SO MUCH AND I KNOW GOD WILL KEEP HIM IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO SHAWNS WIFE IM SO SORRY I HOPE YOU AND THE GIRLS HUG OFTEN AND MEMORYS OF SHAWN LAST FOREVER YOU ALL ARE IN M Y PRAYERS


    PAULA SMITH

  11. carol hunter

    so sorry for your loss, my prayers go out to all of you.,, May love guide you thru this horrible time.God bless you

  12. Beverly Bundy Wolf Poeschel

    My condolences and sympathy goes out to Bonnie and Bill and the families.

  13. Veronica(Holmstadt) Peters

    My sympathy and prayers go out to your family in your time of loss.

  14. Karen unser

    Sooooo sorry for your loss !!! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers !!! Stay strong for the girls !!!!!

  15. kyle nelson

    sorry for your loss

  16. Matt A

    It is likely impossible to answer the questions, but I hope God hears all of the prayers for you and the girls. Deepest sympathys.

  17. Ben weber

    Thoughts and prayers for friends and family.

  18. Eric Hartung

    Amanda-I just heard this news tonight. So sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to you all.

  19. Denise Polzer

    Thoughts and prayers for all the family.

  20. Jon & Patty Pfeilsticker

    Bonnie, Bill & families,
    There are no words to tell you how sorry we are for all of you. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  21. Emmy Husfloen

    I'm sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are being sent to you and family.

  22. Augusta/Bridge Creek Fire and Rescue

    Rest in peace our brother... may your family feel our support during this difficult time.

  23. Renee and Randy Gruber

    Our deepest condolences for your loss, our prayers are with you.

  24. Rita and Larry Gruber

    Bonnie, Bill, Amanda and girls.
    We send our heartfelt sympathy and prayers to all of you at this difficult time.

  25. Robin Brown Tearman

    My Deepest Sympathies to the Family.

  26. Rose King- Bruce

    Bonnie and Bill , Amanda and girls , my sympathies are with you all ! Prayers for the whole family !

  27. Ramona and Gerald Bechel

    Our deepest sympathy for your family during this tragic time.

  28. Jen (Weber) Nick

    Amanda, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls.

  29. Jean Gardner

    To the Gibson family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and condolences as you get through, but never over of your loss.

  30. Monica Heitman

    My most heartfelt sympathy to all the family. Shawn was always so full of life and fun. God's loving peace surround you all!
    Monica

  31. Kimberly johnson

    Hello, I am a friend of Shawn's cousin, Kimberly. I am sorry for your loss and will continue to lift you all up in prayer.

  32. John Judy Parr

    Our prayers are with the family take care

  33. Judy and John Hauschildt

    Amanda and girls,, there are no words to express our sympathy on the loss of your husband and father ,, May God Bless you ==

  34. Cumberland Fire department

    Rest in peace brother

  35. Rebecca Livingston

    Amanda, girls and family, my thoughts and prayer to you in your time of grief. I'm so sorry for your loss.

  36. LeAnn

    So sorry amanda! Hugs to you and the girls! Thinking of you all!

  37. Tim and Julie Milliren

    Amanda and girls, our sympathy goes out to you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  38. Jason Janc

    All my thoughts and prayers our with you and your family. May The happy thoughts of times past carry you through this difficult time

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