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Shane Golden Obituary
Shane Michael
Golden
December 6, 1993
March 12, 2025
Shane Michael Golden was struck and killed by a drunk driver while driving home on his motorcycle on March 12.
Shane was born in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. After graduating high school from Kenston in 2012, he moved to Akron, Ohio. He attended the University of Akron and started a motorsports company with his best friend, Wade Paulitsch. Shane moved to Colorado Springs in 2017, where, soon after, he found his place working in the motorcycle community. Shane started riding dirt bikes and loved motorcycles from a young age. He was a skilled rider both on and off the road. His passion for motorcycles and cars shone through in his work and his hobbies. He was a willing teacher and an eager learner.
He never had a bad day; it was like he didn't know how to. He'd regularly ask people, "Was it a bad day or a bad moment in the day?" Shane's positivity and light illuminated every room he walked into and made a lasting impression on everyone he met. If he was in the room, there was laughter. The lives of those who knew him are now dimmer.
Shane invited everyone into his world and made them better because of it. He didn't let the opinions of others influence his decisions or philosophy on life. He lived every day how he wanted to.
He was kind, intelligent, genuine, caring, thoughtful, full of laughter, and an amazing human being. He was easy to love. He was the first person to lend a helping hand, open his home, and take care of the people around him.
Shane loved to travel and adventure with his partner, Parker Seibold, and their two dogs. He valued adventure and living his life more than money or status. He was a true example of living every day like it's your last.
Shane's grandmother, Mary Golden, and grandfather, Ronnie Golden, gave him the fiber to live the life he deserved. Life brought his younger brother, Brett Nelson, back into his life in Colorado when he moved in with Shane over a year ago. Shane willingly took on the role of mentor with the love only a big brother can carry.
We miss him.
There will be a short memorial ride for Shane at 10 a.m. at Colorado Springs Powersports and a celebration of life service at 11 a.m.
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Barri and Kevin Laabs
October 14, 2025
OMG Parker,
We just heard (October)!
Shane was a wonderful neighbor who took care of his community. He did so many little things and big things to care for a couple of neighbors around the corner. I hope his parents and grandparents know what a beautiful man they shaped and shared with us in Colorado Springs. Kevin and I are literally trying to recover to write this, we want to share what a wonderful man he was. He led with a smile, a firm handshake and left you feeling like you just met an angel.
Our hearts are hurting for you Parker and his family.
He is the character of a man that shared traits of John Wayne, Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, and Gary Cooper. He had "IT" in buckets. Personality, Whit, Wisdom,Integrity and a huge heart to share it with us all.
We are better because we knew him. You are better because he loved you.
Barri and Kevin Laabs
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March 21, 2025
Rip
Wesley
March 21, 2025
Shane was genuinely one of the best people I knew, I am lucky to have been able to call him a friend. I´ve shared so many core memories with him that I will cherish for the rest of my life. His smile and laughter brought joy into my life and many others he will be missed dearly. There will always be a special place in my heart just for him. Rest in peace brother until we meet again
Scot Paulitsch
March 20, 2025
He was a great kid and he will be missed dearly. Godspeed Shane.
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Courtney Fleming
March 19, 2025
Shane was truly an amazing person. I have nothing but great memories with him from high school and college days in Ohio. He will be missed by all so much. My condolences to his family during this difficult time.
Andrea
March 19, 2025
Shane was one of the kindest people I have met! My family spent time at the track (and CSPS) with Shane. We will treasure our memories. Sending love to his family and friends. My deepest condolences.
Jill (Seibold) Sisk
March 19, 2025
I did not know Shane well but know he brought great joy and love into the life of my niece, Parker. My heart goes out to her and the families as they mourn their loss.
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