Shawn Eugene See

September 30, 1975 - May 7, 2017

Shawn Eugene See, age 41, of Albia, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2017 at his home in Albia. Shawn was born on September 30, 1975 to Phil and Susan (Shepard) See in Albia, Iowa. He grew up and attended school in Albia. Shawn was very talented and enjoyed working with his hands. He excelled in many crafts and jobs that required a special skill set. He worked in heavy construction, he was a welder, worked for Norris Asphalt, as well as a mechanic for Hughes Automotive and was a machinist for L&S Tool. Shawn enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, hunting, shooting his bow, wood working and working on vehicles. His real joy was spending time with his family and friends. Shawn is survived by his children, Tristin, Tori, Chloe and Layton See; his parents, Phil and Susan See; two sisters, Shannon (Tom) Woollums and Jennifer (Kerry) Woollums; two brothers, Kevin See and Christopher Rullman and his grandmother, Georgianell Cannon. He is also survived by many uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces and cousins and his dog, Eli. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Philip and Donna See and Philip Shepard; his step-grandfather, Roland Cannon and two aunts, Martha See and Mary Kay See. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 13, 2017, at the Tharp Funeral Home in Albia, with Elder Lois Behrens officiating. Burial will follow the service at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery south of Albia. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 13, 2017, at the Tharp Funeral Home in Albia, with Shawn’s family present from to greet family and friends. A memorial has been established to the family.