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Lynn Shaw (born Inez Linda Nicholson), of Odessa, Missouri, died peacefully in her home on July 14, 2018. Lynn was born at home on the family turkey farm on July 1, 1938 in Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada to parents Carl and Carmen (nee Bastien) Nicholson, and was the youngest of seven children – brothers Francis, Stan, Harvey and Clarence, and sisters Ida and Doris.
Lynn married Andrew Brownlie on January 12, 1957 and started their lives together in Amherstburg. To this union came Andy, Kim Perry, Tamara Lasley (Guy), Steven (Carolyn), Brett (Marie), and Jamie, and by Andrew’s former marriage – Randy Coulter. She had fifteen grandchildren – Chris, Bryanna, Erin, Lisa, Shane, James, Trevor, Joseph, Joshua, Quentin, Jessica, Julie, Lauren, Ramona, and Arlo, and seven great-grandchildren – Audrey, Arianna, Kemal, Alexis, Finley, Liam, and Arya. and extended family members – Sherry, Kelly, Esdras, Ed, Carrie, Brenda and Rob.
Lynn was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Andrew Brownlie, her son Andy Brownlie, great-grandson Finley Sissons, brothers Francis and Stan, and sisters Ida and Doris.
Lynn married Paul Shaw on December 30, 1988 and shortly after moved to Odessa, Missouri. Through their union she gained three step-sons – Ken, Tim (Mary) and Dave (Dana), and step-grandchildren – Zoe, Rebecca, Andrea and Steven.
Lynn had the amazing ability of forming friendships and lasting relationships no matter where she was or what she was doing. This was evident in her many friendships that were formed through attending Alma College, through her career as a top salesperson with Avon, her successful estate sale business, and most importantly her church family.
Lynn grew up a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where her father was a minister and her mom a Women’s Leader. This began her great love for the Lord Jesus Christ and she found it important to pass this on to her children. She lived her religious values in all aspects of her life. She demonstrated some of these values by being a Women’s Leader in the church, playing piano for Sunday services, and being proactive in preserving the written history of the church through her collection of books. Lynn and Paul were active members of the Buckner Restoration Branch, and their church family became a great source of support and love to them.
Lynn will be greatly missed.
Memorial service to be held at Buckner Restoration Branch, 2607 N Twyman Rd, Independence, Missouri on Saturday July 21st at 2:00pm.
Brenda Lombardo says
Brownlie family and extended family. We are so sorry to hear the passing of a wonderful Mother, Grandmother and friend. She will always be cherished in my heart. Love Brenda and John.
James Brownlie Lyons says
Brownlie Clan, so sorry to hear pf the passing of Lynn, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. All your kin in Scotland are thinking of you all.
Jim Hamilton says
Many good memories of Mrs Brownlie-Shaw. Terrific lady, my condolences to the Brownlie family and extended family.
John Hall/Amherstburg Ontario says
My deepest sympathies to the Brownlie and Shaw families
Cary Odell says
Kim I am sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family’s comfort.
Brenda Vlasschaert says
My deepest sympathies to you. Your Mom, Aunt Lynn and I grew up together as children. I have many fond memories of our childhood days. My heart is with you. God bless you.
Sue Anne Dix says
I have fond memories of Aunt Lynn over the years – she truly loved her family. My deepest sympathy, may she rest in peace.
Dennis Moe says
One of my dearest friends. We preserved a lot of books for future generations. Say hi to Leo for me Lynn!
Rod Nicholson says
Rod Nicholson
Many great memories of when staying at gramma’s house then it was off to aunt Lynn’s house to spend one of many day’s with her and my cousins. I’m so glad she called just a few weeks’ ago and we had a great chat. She seemed so ready to move on.Deepest sympathy, she has gone to meet her maker. Thinking of all of you.
Rod Nicholson says
Many great memories of when staying at gramma’s house then it was off to aunt Lynn’s house to spend one of many day’s with her and my cousins. I’m so glad she called just a few weeks’ ago and we had a great chat. She seemed so ready to move on.Deepest sympathy, she has gone to meet her maker. Thinking of all of you.
Michael Brown says
Sorry to hear of Lynn’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and faithful in her life to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. My deepest sympathies and prayers to the family.
Rhonda Stahlman says
I saw this posting too late to attend the memorial. I am so sad to hear that she passed. Glad for her, but sorry for those of her loved ones that will have that void in their hearts. She was a very nice person.
David Newman says
Very sad to hear the passing of a wonderful and highly spirited woman. As my Great Aunt, many wonderful memories from the Amherstburg area.
Condolences to her family and may love and joy continue to be with you all in the future.
Toronto, Ontario