Shawn Dees

Shawn Dees obituary, Garden City, KS

Shawn Dees

Shawn Dees Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Garnand Funeral Homes - Lakin on Jun. 17, 2025.

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Shawn Marlene Dees passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in Lakin, Kansas.
She was born February 7, 1953 at the Hamilton County Hospital in Syracuse, Kansas, the daughter of Pirtle and Edna (Jones) Wilson of Manter, Kansas.
Shawn and her family moved to Syracuse, Kansas after her dad and brother were killed in a farm accident. She attended Syracuse schools, graduating from Syracuse High School in 1971. After graduation, she held various jobs, including at the Ramblin Inn in Syracuse, and later at a newspaper in Tucson, Arizona.
In October of 1985, she married Danny Dees. They made their home in Lakin, Kansas, where they began their journey of trips antiquing and other adventures. Shawn was employed at Lakin True Value, as a secretary for Fletcher Ranch and also at the Kevin Campbell Law Firm, Golden Plains Credit Union, Kearny County District Court, and I.B.P., where she earned numerous awards and promotions.
Shawn loved antiquing, gardening, crocheting items that numerous family members were gifted with, taking care of her home, and reading books from her massive and unique collection.
She is survived by her husband, Danny, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Kerry, Don, Norman, and Edward.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am June 28, 2025 in the Lakin Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Shawn Dees Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home.

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