Jon Allen Shaw

Jon Allen Shaw, 64, of Lexington, Nebraska, died Friday, March 20, 2009, at Tri-County Hospital in Lexington. He was born May 9, 1944, at Lexington, Nebraska, to Leo H. and Dorothy (Temple) Shaw. He grew up in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School. Jon was active in Boy Scouts during his school years, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. Jon then continued his education at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln earning his Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering. Jon worked as an Engineer most of his life and spent several years at Plectron in Overton as their Chief Engineer. He was united in marriage to Mary Elaine Theising on October 5, 1970, at Minneapolis, Minnesota. She preceded Jon in death on July 28, 1998. Jon lived in several communities prior to returning to his roots in Lexington. He lived in Lincoln, Palmyra and Overton. While in Overton, he served as the Fire Chief for the Overton Fire Department for 15 years and was past president of the Central Nebraska Volunteer Fireman’s Association. Jon was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his two sons: Tyrone Douglas Shaw of Brady, Nebraska Garret Temple Shaw, M.D. of Blair, Nebraska Five grandchildren Jon was preceded in death, besides by his wife, by his parents and one brother, Richard Herbert Shaw. The family honored Jon’s wishes that his body be cremated. A Graveside Memorial Service was held Monday, March 23, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington with Reverend Caroline Vickery officiating. There was no visitation. Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington was in charge of arrangements. Expressions of Sympathy may be directed to the family via: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.