Dennis “Toby” L. Shauck
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Dennis “Toby” L. Shauck, age 64, of Raytown MO, died in his home on August 21, 2018. He was born to the late Robert and Janet (McKitrick) Shauck in North Fairfield, Ohio on February 9,1954. On May 24, 2004, he was married to Elizabeth “Betsy” Phillips.
In 1968, he moved with his family to Miller county Missouri where he graduated from Eldon High School in 1972. After, he attended the University of Tennessee Martin. While there, he was a member and captain of the rodeo team. Following his collegiate success, he become a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association bull and bareback bronc rider. Later, again serving his love of the sport of rodeo, he worked as a pickup man while employed by Mid-States Rodeo Company. A graduate of the Oklahoma Farriers School, he served the central Missouri area for over 20 years as a professional farrier. Toby was a true cowboy in honor, deed and skill.
In 2006, Toby and his wife, Betsy, relocated to the Kansas City area, where they developed a shared passion for fishing. True to form, in a short time, he became an accomplished fisherman, loving that it enabled him to spend time with his wife, family and closest friends.
The things he did, he did well. He was a loving husband, father and friend that will be sorely missed.
Those who survive him include: His wife, Betsy Shauck of the home, two children, Heather (Cole) Fletcher of California, MO, Tye Shauck and wife Heather Davis of Roslyn, WA; four grandchildren, Addison Fletcher, Mia Fletcher, AJ Fletcher, and Rhys Shauck; brother, Bob Shauck Jr., sister, Cheryll (Bob) Sims and many longtime friends.
His father, Robert Shauck, mother, Janet Shauck, and brother, Tom Shauck, preceded him in death.
A celebration of life will be held on September 1, 2018 for all that knew and loved him at Redfield Golf Course in Eugene, Missouri from 4:00 – 7:00pm.
Cremation was supervised by Heartland Crematory and Burial Society in Raytown, MO. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Toby’s name to the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund or the Cancer Research Institute.
So very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
So sorry for your loss. Hs was your life. If you need anything let me know.
So sorry, Betsy…love you
Betsy, so sorry for your loss. I can not imagine the pain of losing a soul mate. My thoughts are with you.
So Sorry to hear this, Knew Toby in his Rodeo days in the Great Lakes Circuit.
My heart breaks for you. Hugs!
I know having been through this myself, theres not much one can say to ease your pain. But Iam very sorry for your loss. May God keep you and comfort you always.
dearest betsy, all my love. all my strength. all my hugs to you. always. you are forever beautiful. yours, sarah
I am SO SO sorry Bests! I know he was your soul mate and love of your life! I am SO sorry. I love you and know that you are in my prayers and I’m here if you ever need me!
I’m really sorry to all that knew and loved Toby. Him & his family were always so good to me. We are thinking about you guys a lot.
Our hearts are broken for you all. Toby was one of a kind!
Oh, Betsy, I am so sorry! I can’t believe Dennis is gone! What a shock. From what you told me, yours was a one-of-a-kind love, with a level of intensity few ever experience. My heart aches for you. May your memories console, comfort and revive you, until you can be together again. My prayers are with you, today and always.
our deepest condolences and prayers for your strength during this most difficult time.
Heather, my heart is broken for you and your family! Just know he will always be looking over you. Cherish all your sweet memories and hug them close when you miss him! Love and prayers for comfort and peace to you!