Shawn Bissell Obituary

Remembering YOU

Thinking of you on this day and reminding myself how you were taken way too soon 17 years ago.

Remembering you today Shawn!!!

Dear Trayce,
You have no idea how it blesses me to read your comments about my brother Shawn. To know of your very deep felt feelings for him. I miss him so much. He's gone way too soon. He was so creative, talented and had so much potential. One thing I believe is that he truly loved you. It would be so nice to be able to talk to you by email or however you would like. Reading your posts helps keep his memory alive and helps me to know that he was very important to you. My whole family has passed except for one brother and two nieces. Shawn's older brother Grady died in 1980 from an auto accident. He was 21. Shawn died 21 yrs later at 42. Shawn's younger sister died in 2012 from breast cancer. I pray that God blesses you and your daughter. It is so good for me to know about you. I hope all is well for you. You are in my prayers.

I've been thinking about you today and how much I miss you. Remembering silly things like how you were born when I entered my junior year of high school. What a chubby baby you were at 10 lbs! As you grew and started toddling around you're light blonde hair stood straight up on your head. It was too cute! And then there were my trips to the orthodontist when i would take you with me and you would sit quietly on my lap while the dentist worked on my braces. Not every time but sometimes you would go and the staff couldn't believe how good you would be. When you started talking you liked for me to read to you. I remember reading a story about a little pony and the illustrations in the book made the pony' s coat look fluffy. You pointed at the fluffy coat, looked up at me and said "What are dem Widy? Fedders?!! Omg, you were so cute! It took a good while before you could pronounce my name properly. I didn't mind. I loved it when you called me Widy! And then there was your kindergarten graduation when all your classmates received their diplomas and marched back to their seats like little tin soldiers. Then it's your turn to receive yours only as you walked down the church aisle you popped the armrests on both sides of the aisle all the way down. You knew there had to be a real purpose for that rolled up piece of paper. You were too funny! My adorable baby brother! You were so talented and creative! How I miss You! My hope is in the promises of God. I do believe there will be a great reunion one day and we will be together again. I long for that day. I do know there was only one girl you loved. Her name is Trayce. I had hoped that relationship would work out and that you would bring her to meet us. I never got to meet her. You left us too soon. Now you are with mama, your dad, and your brother and sister, Grady and Lynn. I'm the oldest. I never dreamed my two brothers and sister would go before me. Such an awful void. I cling to the good memories. I didn't expect this page to still be here today. I was so impressed that Trayce has kept this permanently just for you, for your memory. I want to let her know how much I appreciate it.
Your loving sister,
Rita Batten

Shawn, I was in the hospital and had back surgery on your birthday. I thought about you so much. As soon as I was able I went out to the cemetery to see your footstone and your business logo that Mama, Jill and I had engraved on there. It looked really nice and tells anyone who sees it that you were a man of action. I miss you so much. I wanted to say Happy Birthday to you on your 43rd, my special baby brother.
Saturday, your construction trailer was pulled away from Mom's yard and she cried watching it go. It hurts on this side of life to know that you won't be with us for the upcoming holidays. You always got so excited and brought home the best goodies to share with us. We'll miss our time together so much but I know that God had a greater plan and I long for the reunion we'll have one day. The great homecoming where there will be no tears, no sadness or sorrow.
It seems you touched the lives of so many people in a positive way. I'm happy about that. It's good to read their thoughts about you. It's like a little visit with you.
Jill and Moma miss their "man of the house" coming home to take care of things but our trust is in the Lord and we know that He will make a way for us and give us comfort.
I love you so much and until we meet again I'll always remember the joy you brought into my life.

Rita

The shock is finally lifting and pure grief (agony) is now settling in. Oh the tears that swell up in my eyes.... I feel as if I'm just wandering around with no particular direction... Shawn was my dear friend and a guidepost for me. He was, IS, the man who changed me forever. With my loving Shawn, Jesus showed me how much MORE He loves me and that's way more than I can even begin to imagine with my finite mind.

I'm forever grateful for Shawn, without him stepping into my life cheering me on, making me mad, getting me frustrated, driving me nuts, and calling me "Sunshine", God only knows where I would be now. I pray now for Jesus to show me the direction to go... He is my Guide, my Strength, my Comforter, my Love.

To God be the glory,

My precious brother was born when I was 17 years old. I am the oldest child, he was the baby. I use to get out of bed at 3:00 in the morning to rock him because he had colic and he would fall asleep on my chest. We both would sleep until I had to get ready to go to school. I took him to the orthodontist with me. He sat on my lap while the dentist worked on me. I took him every place I went. He even went to school with me for the childcare part of my Home Economics class. He felt sort of like my baby because Moma had 3 little ones and 2 teenagers. He was so cute when he was a toddler. His hair stood straight up on his head. I read to him at night. He grew up to be a very intelligent man and oh, so talented. His creativity just amazed me and his ability to do so many things well. I was in awe of how multi talented he was. He helped support our mother and loved coming home for Christmas with all kinds of goodies that he thoroughly delighted in choosing for us. Great special foods and the nicest gifts you can imagine. He loved giving. When he bought his new home, the one thing that he looked forward to was getting remodeled and having our famiy there for the holidays. I have some really precious memories and I thank God for allowing Shawn to be "my" little brother. My heart longs for the family reunion that we will have in heaven where there will be no tears, no heart aches. I will turn my focus to Jesus who is the comforter, the peace maker and draw my strength from Him. Thank you Father for such a special and unique brother.
Till we meet again,
I'll always love you,
Your sister,
Rita Grace Batten

I am still in disbelief of what has happened. Shawn and I could go a few months without speaking to each other but we were talking more this time around. I'll miss hearing that voice of his and our late night chats online. My relationship with him was more special and unique than any other I've ever had. My heart, thoughts and prayers goes out to the Bissell family ~ I'll be down to see you all soon. I'll miss you Baby~Boy!!!
Much love always,
your "Baby~Girl" Cori

I was Shawn's commercial insurance agent, and was deeply saddened to hear of his death. He was a good guy and I really enjoyed knowing him for the short time that I did. It's hard to see how God can bring good out of a someone so young's death, but we know He does. My condolences go out to Shawn's family. Please let me know if there is anything you need. 843.795.0189 Best Regards,

Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. Shawn was great man who will be sincerely missed.

My sincere condolences to the Bissell family! I met Shawn in Charleston and he was a very kind and thoughtful person. You are all in my prayers.

I knew Shawn though my sister. I was very shocked when she called me to tell me about what happened to him. He was a good guy always willing to help someone out when they needed it. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Shawn was a great guy, sorry for you loss.

Shawn, I thank God that I had the opportunity to have had known such an amazing man. I wish things could have been different for us and we could have spent more time together. I will miss your radiant smile and those amazing eyes. You will always be in my heart and in my thoughts. I know that God has you close to him now and you are looking down at us from the heavens. Love you Shawn until we meet again. My heart goes out to your family and friends I will keep you in my prayers.

All of my love,
Cristy

Shawn was a fun and delightful man to be around. I will always have good memories of him he was outgoing and love to have fun. I will never forget him!!!

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.