James E. Shaw

September 4, 1931 - May 21, 2010

James E. Shaw, age 78, of Fernandina Beach, FL, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Sandra, 8 children: Mark Zhonda Shaw, Laura Ken Witt, Jamie Kim DeMane, Wendy Shaw, Nancy Moses Gonzalez, Susan Shaw, Doug Carrie Cochran, and Chris Tracy Cochran; 14 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson. Jim was retired from Avery-Dennison and was former president of White Advertising Company. A Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Amelia Plantation Chapel in Amelia Island, Florida. Memorial donations in James name may be given to the ALS Foundation, 3242 Parkside Center Circle, Tampa, FL 33619-0907. Geisen Funeral-Cremation & Reception Centre in Crown Point, IN in charge of arrangements. To share a memory or send a condolence to the family, please visit the guestbook section on the obituary page at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com. For information call 219-663-2500.

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Best wishes and condolences to all of Jim Shaw's family and friends. Jim was a classic example of a focused leader and gentleman and provided us all with an example to emulate while serving as both Chair and fellow member of the Florida Council for Arts and Culture. Heaven will certainly benefit from his presence. We are truly sorry for your and our loss.

I served with Jim on the Florida Arts Council. Such a wise and gracious man. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to his family. With sympathy, Robert

Dear Sandy and Family, It has been my privilege to serve with Jim on the Florida Council for Arts and Culture. There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone, the light remains. ....Leigh, Curly Girl Designs Our champion is missed. In Sympathy, Janeen Mason Secretary FL Council Arts & Culture

To Jim's Family, What a joy and privelege it was to get to know Jim as a member of the Florida Arts Council. He was a true gentleman and passionate about the arts. He laughed with obvious warmth about the sacrifices his family made for his service as chair. It seemed all of our meetings fell on family birthdays or anniversaries. We will all miss him as I know you will as well. In deepest sympathy, Lois Benson

Dear Sandy and kids, We were so very sorry to hear of Jim's untimely death. I was very much looking forward to seeing you and only wish now that we had set an earlier date. I will miss Jim as I have in the years since his retirement. He had a profound impact on my life, as he had on so very many others. Although the twinkle in his eyes is now gone he will long be fondly remembered. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We wish that we could be with you on the 15th but will be there in spirit. My only consolation is that Jim has now found peace. God Bless you and take care of you in these difficult moments. Best Personal Regards ... Judy & Frank

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Dear Sandy and Family, Please accept my heart felt condolences in this saddest of times. Our community has benefited from Jim's vision and faith in the future. Some folks occupy space on the planet; others shape destiny. Jim was one for making the world a better place for all of us. He will be missed. The good and positive things he has set in motion will serve as a living memorial and testimony to his belief in the possibilities inherent in living life to its fullest. We here on Amelia Island mourn his passing and celebrate his existence...With Warmest Regards, Ron

Jim's life gave life to others; figuratively and literally, music to their steps. His example of gracious leadership, generosity, selflessness and service, his love of family and community and God will last far beyond his lifetime. We feel priviledge to have know him, however briefly. Our condolences. Margaret and Wayne Howard

I will miss my Arts Council pal. Jim was a wonderful Chairman; courteous, consistent, knowledgeable and humorous. His passion for the arts was authentic and he never hesitated speaking his mind when needed. And when he did speak everyone listened. He simply was a rare individual. Go with Christ. Katharine Dickenson

Jim was one of the BEST EVER Florida Arts Council members and chairs. And he was ALWAYS adorable in his bow-ties. AND he stood up for arts funding. We will miss you, dear friend.

Jim Shaw was a joy of a man. I had the pleasure of serving with Jim on The Florida Arts Council, as it was know when Jim was our chairman. Jim was the consummate gentleman, knowledgeable and generous. He loved his family, the arts and he loved people. We miss you Jim. Don Browning Florida Council for the Arts and Culture

Jim was a true gentleman and a staunch supporter of arts and culture in Florida. He will be greatly missed.

The entire arts community in Florida extends our deepest condolences to our hero, mentor and friend. Rest in peace pal. Jim always called us pal. He will be greatly missed.

Shaw Family, I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing and realize this is difficult time for you all. I have known few people who were as generous, consistent, genuine, and who always seemed to assume the best of others as Jim. He impacted my life and the lives of so many others for the better. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Shaw Family, Jim hired me in 1962 as a salesman. I worked for him for 17 years. Safe to say that I would not be where I am or have what I have if it weren't for the start that Jim gave me. I pray that he has found the peace in Christ Jesus that we all seek.

Jamie, Mark, Laura, Wendy, Nancy, & Suzie, I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. I have some very good memories of him. He was a second father to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

Dear Sandy, We would all like to offer our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We are so sorry to learn of Jim's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With Love, Debbie Hall, Pam Schuetzenhofer, Pat Haraminac, Margaret Wolfe, Trish Vogt, Cathy Helhowski, Brenda Schnoor, and Kay Hippie

Sandy - so very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless your family.

Jamie & family - We were saddened to hear about Jim's passing away and will keep him,you and the family in our prayers. God bless you all. Jack & Charlotte Brandenburg Chicago

Dear Sandy, I was so sorry to hear that Jim had passed away. He was a dear friend whom I knew since we were in the 1st grade at Harding School. The Obit didn't really tell me much, will he be buried here or in Florida? Please let me know because I would like to attend. My prayers are with you and your family. I'm sure he will be dearly missed by all of you. Will you be coming to Indiana for the summer? If you do please give me a call @ 219-922-2977 I would love to see you afain. You have my deepest sympathy. Betty Karagish

Dear Sandy, I was so sorry to hear that Jim had passed away. He was a dear friend whom I knew since we were in the 1st grade at Harding School. The Obit didn't really tell me much, will he be buried here or in Florida? Please let me know because I would like to attend. My prayers are with you and your family. I'm sure he will be dearly missed by all of you. Will you be coming to Indiana for the summer? If you do please give me a call @ 219-922-3977 I would love to see you again. You have my deepest sympathy. Betty Karagish

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.