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Obituary for SHAW


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday December 11, 2005

Stephen Boulter Shaw died on December 3, 2005 at the age of 39. Steve died peacefully, family at his side, in Austin, TX. Steve is survived by his wife, Tula Robbins; children, Zoe and Athena, ages 8 and 5; parents, Tony Wayne Shaw and Chris Laage Shaw; brother, Todd W. Shaw and family; brother, Gregg A. Shaw and family, all living in or around Austin; and grandmother, Gene Boulter Shaw of Albuquerque, NM. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Thomas W. Shaw, Arthur W. Laage and Jane W. Laage. Steve grew up in El Paso, TX excelling in sports and academics; 1984 Valedictorian at Irvin High School. After graduation, he attended UT Austin and continued to live and work in Austin for the remainder of his life. Steve made many friends in his time here, attracting people with his passion for life and truly nonjudgmental character. Although here for just 39 years, he left us with several lifetimes of memories. The family has established an account for Steve and Tula's girls. You can make contributions at any Compass Bank to the Zoe and Athena Shaw Benefit Fund. If you have any questions, please contact Compass Bank, 321 W. 6th St., Austin, TX 78701 at (512) 421-5761. The family will hold a Memorial to celebrate Steve's life and the gifts he left all his family and friends. We will gather at McKinney Roughs State Park, near Austin, TX, December 17, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Call (512) 303-5073 for directions. God Bless You Steve.


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