WILLIAM RUSSELL SHAW
Orland, Calif.
30-August, 1922 to 15-November 2009
Einan's Funeral Home
Born to James Russell and Rachel Rohrback Shaw in Lanesboro, Iowa.
Bill, as he was known, was a proud member of 'The Greatest Generation,' serving his country during WWII in the Navy, as a Gunner's Mate.
During his six years, he was stationed in several locations including Ireland, Scotland and Panama. While in Scotland, he met and married Carol D. Burke. Bonni Caron Bowerman and James Robert Vance were born to this union.
Dad later married Ann Elizabeth Kuh and they were together 43 years until her passing.
Bill's working career truly began in the Operating Engineers Union. His local #3 kept him busy for many years. He took great pride in his participation with the Orland California Dam and Warm Springs Project. Also his love of hunting and fishing took him many different places.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents, wife, and sister Lucy Ann Scroggins [42177]. He leaves his children, sister-in-law Allie (Jimmy) Lambert, Opal (Kenny) Kuh and Raymond Kuh, all of Washington.
A special thanks to Frank & Pat Schwab of Orland, CA, and Brad Marr of Chico, CA. Dad cherished your friendship.
At Dad's request, no services will be conducted. If anyone wishes to, please contact Einan's in Richland, WA, at www.einansfuneralhome.com.
Published in Tri-City Herald [Kennewick, Pasco and Richland, Wash] on January 9, 2010
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