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Shawn Glaser Obituary

Shawn David Glaser, 31, died March 29, 2009 in Yoder, Colorado. He was born September 21, 1977 to David Glaser of Calhan and Nancy Glaser of Colorado Springs. Shawn is survived by his wife Christy (Dawson) Glaser and daughter Micah, parents David Glaser and Nancy Glaser, brothers Mark (Robyn), Chris (Vicki); sister Nikki (Jason) Glab, grandparents Edward and Violet Glaser, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and was beloved by many friends. Shawn graduated from Calhan High School in 1996 where he was an accomplished and respected athlete. He was a star basketball player and the Colorado State High School Champion in the 110 meter hurdles. His track records still hold today. He attended Western State University on a track scholarship. Shawn worked for Glaser Gas, Inc. for 15 years. He was currently the Propane Manager of Edison Propane in Yoder, CO. Shawn was a member of the Pikes Peak Range Riders, El Paso County Soil Conservation Society, Isaac Walton Pikes Peak Gun Club and Steel Fork Pheasants. He was active on local men’s basketball and trap league teams. As an avid hunter he enjoyed elk and pheasant hunting. Enjoying the cowboy lifestyle, he was a bull rider, bull fighter, and then became a rodeo judge for the Colorado Professional Rodeo Association. A visitation is scheduled from 4:00 - 7:00p.m. Friday April 3, 2009, Swan-Law Funeral Home, 501 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, Co. A memorial service is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on Saturday April 4, 2009 at Calhan High School, 268 8th Street, Calhan, Co. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to: Memorial Fund for Shawn D. Glaser, Farmers State Bank, for the benefit of his daughter, Micah C. Glaser.

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Published by The Gazette on Apr. 1, 2009.

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John & Patsy Clowers

April 29, 2009

Dave and family - We can't find the words. Our love and compassion are always there for you.

Tamara W. Edison Propane Secretary

April 27, 2009

Fly, fly precious one,
Your endless journey has begun,
Past the planets and the stars,
Leave this lonely world of ours,
Above the universe you'll climb,
On beyond the hands of time,
But hold our memories bittersweet,
Until we meet...

.....Its been 4 weeks Shawn and its still hard to believe. I can't imagine the pain your family has had to deal with. You were undoubtedly loved...

Kelly Lachapelle Christensen

April 13, 2009

I have so few memories of my childhood and teenage years that don't include Shawn. I am shocked and deeply saddened and extend my heartfelt sympathy to the Glaser family.

Janet (Bolin) Kravig

April 13, 2009

Memories of high school basketball games aren't complete without Shawn. Prayers and condolences to his family.

Jeff Peterson

April 9, 2009

To the Glaser family, I am sorry for the loss of such a great young man. Shawn was a true friend and a great Cowboy.I will miss him greatly. Shawn was a lover, a fighter, a wild bullrider!!!

Carissa (Bollig) Smith

April 6, 2009

To all Shawn's family and friends-I am so sorry for your loss!! I pray the Lord will surround you with comfort and peace.....Shawn was such a sweet, generous and loving person! I am so sorry.

Jane Ferko Muscato

April 6, 2009

To the Glaser Family, My father Mike Ferko was a cousin to Violet Glaser, my sincere sympathy to all of you. After reading all of the wonderful things that people have said of Shawn I can see that he must have been a very special person. May God Bless You.

Paulette Kasko Poppen

April 6, 2009

To the Glaser Family
I was so sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Josh and Jana Hare

April 6, 2009

Shawn... You will be deeply missed and forever remembered. Watch over us.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Glaser and Dawson Families.

Stephanie Ward

April 6, 2009

Shawn you will be missed dearly by friends and family. My prayers sent from Texas.

Lisa Smith

April 4, 2009

My prayers for healing and comfort throughout the grieving of Shawn's passing go out to Mark and all of the Glaser family. God Bless and Keep You.

Amber (Manyik) Green

April 4, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Glaser family, and really anyone who loved Shawn. He was an all-round great person.

Lloyd and Lisa Hoxie and girls

April 4, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are so fortunate to have known Shawn. His memory will be with us always.

Tamara Crawford

April 4, 2009

Shawn,
Thank you for the memories of playing basketball in Belgium, seeing each other at track meets, and your many trips to Red Robin. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. God Bless

April 4, 2009

Shawn,
Thank you for the memories of playing basketball in Belgium, seeing each other at tracks meets and your many trips to Red Robin. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. God Bless

J P

April 4, 2009

Shawn I was thankful to have had the chance to know you, other than a month ago it has been years since I saw you last. Wish we all had stayed in better contact through the years. God Bless you and my prayers go out to the family. Rest in Peace, sorry you were taken so soon from us.

Josh Lair

April 4, 2009

Glaser Family,
I was one of the fortunate few to spend time with Shawn the night before the accident. We spoke of rodeo, family, and life in general. He was happy where he was at in life--the smile that made the crows feet tuck up on his eyes and the sly grin of content. He spoke no ill will of his family and how business was great. Most of all he was happy rodeo season was finally here. As I left out the door for the night I looked back one last time and he was dancing with his girl--he gave me a nod like all the other times before, it was his way of assuring that we would see each other again...and we will.
I apologize for not being there for your funeral but when I return, I will most definetly pay my respects to a great soul.

Jerry & Barb Eurich

April 3, 2009

You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May the memories of Shawn comfort you. May you feel the comforting arms of Jesus around you.

Jolene Owens

April 3, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. The tragic loss of a young husband, father, son, grandson and friend brings one to the reality that evey moment we have with our family and friends is most precious. My heart
goes out to all of you. I know some of
your pain.

Clint, Jennifer and Alisha Dillie

April 3, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all your family. Shawn was a great friend and will be missed greatly! I am going miss my judging buddy, he could always make me laugh!

Mary Jane Bailey (White)

April 3, 2009

My condolences for your loss. Shawn was beloved by many, and I have lasting memories of him. Shawn was a great person to all he met, and he will be missed by many.

Becky Manley- Reynolds

April 3, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Amanda Yopp

April 3, 2009

Dear David and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Shawn's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time.

Luther & Betty Huddleson

April 3, 2009

David & Nancy,
Our love goes out to your family. Its wont be the same not seeing Shawn around town and at the county fair. We will keep you in our thoughts & prayers.

Christy Manley

April 3, 2009

Glaser Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this tragic time.

Jennifer Huddleson-HoGlin

April 3, 2009

Words can’t describe how I felt inside when I heard of Shawn’s passing. He was a great person & I will have memories to keep safe in my heart. I will keep your family in my prayers and thoughts. .

Susan Pritchard

April 3, 2009

Dear David and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Shawn's death. I know it is incredibly hard to lose a child. His life was far too short. It seems only yesterday when our kids were graduating from school. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and all the family.
May God Bless you and give you strength.

Pete ONeill

April 3, 2009

David and family, I am so sorry, losing a child is the worst loss. My thoughts will be with you as you try to cope with a world without Shawn. Time does heal, but it’s slow and painful.

Bret & Ronda Wager

April 3, 2009

We will miss seeing you at the rodeos and the ballgames. Thanks for all the great memories. You will be deeply missed but never forgotten. Your smile and the love lives in our hearts.

Justin Barhite

April 3, 2009

Shawn was an amazing person one that had a lot to offer others. He will be greatly missed. To the Glaser family my prayers go out to you in this hard time. I wish I could be there.

Darrell Sutton

April 2, 2009

Well Brother, Gunna miss ya alot. You and I always seemed to see eye to eye and drumed up alot of laughs together. The Ride & Rodeo just wont be the same with out you.

To Christy and the Glaser Family, My family and I will keep you all in our thoughts and Prayers. GOD Bless.

Tack Rice

April 2, 2009

Well, Pard, you are off to that big ride in the sky, leavin' an empty saddle down here. The time was too short, but the memories you've left us are a measure of the mark you made here. You always made us feel welcome at home or on the trail. Kept us in stitches with yer stories and jokes. Your hospitality and generosity were a given, whuppin' up a plateful of burgers with all the fixins and cold beer for the crew. Always makin' sure nobody went hungry. A top hand, on horseback or at pretty much whatever you put your hand and mind too. Always ready to pitch in 110%, to get a job done, lend a hand or conspire and carry out another prank. Mostly, I will miss that sloppy grin, with the "...git me another bull to ride, boys!" look in yer eyes, and a toothpick hangin' outta the corner of yer mouth.

To Christy and Micah, David and Nancy, Patrick and Pam, there are no great words at a time like this, I offer my sympathies for your loss and pray for measure of peace for you in the future. Shawn was a bigger than life character and will be missed.

Trinity & Tiffany Winstead

April 2, 2009

Shawn, Even though we didn't know you quite as well and we would have loved to, you were an awsome person and always makin us smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We will miss you=]
<3

Crystal Warren

April 2, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Scott & Tamara Winstead

April 2, 2009

Shawn, you came into our lives in October of 2008. In that short time you touched our hearts and left a life long impression. So much so that you have taken a piece of our hearts with you. You were a great co-worker and a better friend. Every conversation with you was a bundle of laughs. You are a genuinely fun guy and i'm sure heaven will enjoy you. We love you dearly and will miss you immensely.

Aaron Davis

April 2, 2009

I am truly sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Glaser family.
God Bless.

Larry Bevans

April 2, 2009

Thank you for the wonderful memories Shawn! You'll be sadly and deeply missed, but never forgotten. Forever in our hearts.....

Mark & Karen Knight

April 2, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to the Glaser and Dawson families. I meet Shawn as a Range Rider and enjoyed the short time he rode with us as a Pivot. Shawn will be missed.

Chris Jones

April 2, 2009

Shawn was a good man who always shared his smile and love of life with those around him. Hell of a cowboy.

Mike Heinrich

April 2, 2009

Hi Christy & Micah,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Although I didn't know Shawn very well, it sounds like he was a very talented and active guy. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.

Stacie Carter (Bird)

April 2, 2009

Shawn, you were always fun to watch play sports in high school. I always remember you having that I'm up to something grin on your face. It's so terrible for this sort of thing to happen. I know you were a good friend to many and will be missed. Our thoughts go out to the Glaser family.

Jamie Klasna

April 2, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic and sad loss. May god bless you !

clay cline

April 2, 2009

Clay & Lisa Cline

Chris & Maranda Jones

April 2, 2009

May loving memories be with you always.

Kathy Neal

April 2, 2009

Shawn... I guess there was a reason that we reconnected recently to be able to spend some time together... I will carry the memories with me forever. Thank you for being a part of my life. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone who has been affected by the loss of our friend Shawn. Love You!

Blair and Jeanette Bartling

April 2, 2009

All our thoughts and prayers are with the Glaser Family.

Billy Martin and Vicky Vanlandingham

April 1, 2009

Shawn, your an inspiration to anyone who is lucky enough to have known you. You will be missed.

April 1, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family. We are deeply sorry for your loss.

-Doug, Sandy (Nelson), Morgan, Bethany and Lindsey Moss - Fowler, Colorado

Sarah Penrod and Josh Kailin

April 1, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Nathalie (Paul) Snyder

April 1, 2009

My thoughts and prayers to the family. Shawn will be missed!!! Great guy and great friend to many.

Heather Grokett

April 1, 2009

Shawn was an amazing guy. He was an awesome athlete and friend and always had a smile for anyone he met. God bless his family and know many prayers and well wishes are sent your way.

Sarah Ottmar

April 1, 2009

Shawn, you touched so many peoples lives and I know that you will be missed forever. Thank you for being part of my life. You will always be in my heart and on my mind. Love you!!

Cass Seymore

April 1, 2009

I'll remember that Shawn always made me smile. To Dave and all, my sincerest condolences.

Bonnie Dungan

April 1, 2009

My sincere sympathy to Shawn's family...I've always been a friend of the family and I am so sorry that Shawn's life was so short, May God Bless You All..My love, Bonnie Dungan

Kristin Larrabee (O'Hara)

April 1, 2009

Shawn, you were loved and will be deeply missed! You were taken from your family way to early. David, Nikki and the rest of the family our heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you at this time. God bless your wife and beautiful daughter you have were loved!

Ed & Lucy Martin

April 1, 2009

Shawn we will miss you. We will miss seeing you in section 67 up by Sawtooth. Our thoughts are with the family at this time .

Jacki Buffington-Reider

April 1, 2009

Shawn: You truly are one of my favorite people and I will miss you terribly. You always had a smart remark for me and your smile could light up a room. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly tragic and sad time...especially Dave.
Love ya!

Natalie Purling

April 1, 2009

Shawn, you were taken from us way too soon! I will forever cherish the memories - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Michelle Thomas

April 1, 2009

Shawn will be greatly missed. I send my thoughts and prayers to Nikki and the rest of the family during this time.

Joette Schalla

April 1, 2009

Shawn you will be deeply missed! You’re an amazing person that I have much respect and admiration for. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Ava Caldararo

April 1, 2009

Such a sad day for us all................
Shawn you were a great guy and a friend to all, you will be missed terribly by everyone. My thoughts and prayers to your family.

Linda Schlarb

April 1, 2009

Please accept our condolences on the loss of Shawn. I lost my brother this week, so I am also feeling grief.

Michelle Dugan-Luukkonen

April 1, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed by many people.

Mark Watson

April 1, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family. We will miss him.

Brenda (Rasic) Nance

April 1, 2009

Chris and Family~
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying that God will provide comfort for each of you during this time.

Darcy Drew

April 1, 2009

Shawn, we all enjoyed playing "Washers" with you and just laughing. You were a blast to be around...my thoughts and prayers are with your family and especially your baby girl.

Spencer Swann

April 1, 2009

We are sure sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family. Spence and Jane Swann, Woodland Park, Colorado

Sandra and Josh Lair

April 1, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family always. You were truly a genuine and awesome person and will be greatly missed by everyone. See you again someday, Love ya!

Vern & Marty Unruh

April 1, 2009

We are so sorry for the family over the loss of Shawn. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during very difficult time.

Kristin Moore

April 1, 2009

Shawn you were loved by so many. You were an amazing person and taken from this world way too early. My prayers are with your family during this time.

C.J. RADESTOCK

April 1, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Shanda & Scott Eglinton

April 1, 2009

Shawn scott and I will miss you dearly, you are our gardening angel We know you are watching over all of us. We are glad to have you has our friend. Miss you already.
Love ya. Scott and Shanda Eglinton

NATE JOHNSON

April 1, 2009

I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY FAMILIES PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY. SHAWN WAS A GOOD FRIEND FOR MANY YEARS GROWING UP, AND WILL BE SORELY MISSED.

Randi Plowman-Mimms

April 1, 2009

You will be greatly missed Shawn. I'm thankful that I was able to know you, for the better part of 17 yrs. Keep an eye on us from up there!

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