Shawn L. Gustin
February 13, 2013
Shawn Lee Gustin, 42, went to be with the Lord, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, February 13, 2013. He was born February 22, 1970, in Council Bluffs, to Edward and Janet Gustin.
Shawn was a master electrician and owner of Gustin Electric. He loved being outdoors, working in the yard with his wife, campfires, and deer hunting with his son. Shawn enjoyed watching sports and his children’s activities, westerns, listening to Elvis Presley, and his black labs, Duke and Max. Most of all, Shawn was a loving husband and father.
Shawn is survived by his wife, Alison; children, KayLee Gustin and Matthew Gustin; mother, Janet Gustin; sister, Cyndi Doerr; and brother, Steven Gustin. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Gustin; brother, Thomas Gustin; grandfather, Glen Ballinger; grandma, Marie Lohoff; uncle, Allen Schaaf; cousins, Carl Swolley and Karen Duncan; and brother-in-law, Chad Woods.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Monday, February 18, 2013, at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway, in West Des Moines. Burial will follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Lymphoma & Leukemia Societies, Mayo Clinic, or HCI, in loving memory of Shawn.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Rod Wing
02/21/2013
Alison, I am so sorry about your loss. I just found out today. Shawn was great man. Even though we did not stay in touch I always thought the world of him. He was one of those persons that you could always count on. I wish I had the words to ease you and your familys loss. You have my prayers. Rod
Joe and Jennifer Holste
02/18/2013
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. (Joe was friends with Shawn and Jennifer went to high school with Cyndy.) Bless all of you. We hope you find comfort in knowing you have many thoughts and prayers coming your way.
Vern & Cindy Sample
02/18/2013
Condolences to the Gustin family.
We are friends of Patty across the street, and enjoyed watching the kids grow up...
George & Kay Sperry
02/18/2013
Alison & family,
Although we are not able to attend the services for Shawn, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please also take comfort in the knowledge that his struggling / suffering is gone and he's now in a better place! God bless you all!
Ken Tharp
02/17/2013
It was such a surprise to learn of Shawn's passing. I hadn't talked to him for a number of years so I didn't know he was sick. Shawn did the electrical work on most of the houses I built between 1984 and 2000. He was always a consummate professional, but beyond that, he was a genuinely nice, kind man and a joy to be on the job site with. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family.
Cousins Jon, Susie, Lexie and Zoe
02/17/2013
Dear Alison, KayLee and Mathew,
We are so sorry we can not be there during this difficult time, but we have all of you in our prayers. We know Shawn is free of all suffering and his memory will carry you through difficult days until you are together again. We love you all.
Mary Belieu
02/17/2013
Kaylee and family - I am so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and wrap his arms around you during this time. Please always remember what he was and his huge smile. peace be with you. Mary
Janet Lawrence
02/17/2013
Alison,Kaylee,Matthew - Our thoughts & prayers go out to you all. May there be comfort in knowing family,friends and your faith are here for you and they share in your sorrow. God Bless & Take of You. We Love You All. - Aunt Janet & Uncle Robert
Brian Gustin
02/16/2013
Many prayers heading your way. Stay strong and I will see you all soon.
John Buttz
02/16/2013
Alison, Kaylee, and Matthew,
I am so sorry. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. I run the residential side for Cook Plumbing Corporation. I had the opportunity to work with Shawn on a bunch of jobs over the years. He was a great guy and a pleasure to work with. He will be missed.
Ron and Kay Grooters
02/16/2013
We were so sorry to hear of Shawn's passing. Ron and I adored him. He was always thoughtful and caring while working on our last two homes. Shawn always wore a great big smile, even when he was going through his treatments. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God surround you with his love.
God Bless You.
Kay and Ron Grooters
Jim O'Kane
02/16/2013
Alison, Kaylee & Matthew, I am sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband & father. I retired from A-C Contractors Heating & Cooling, but during my time there, I had the privilege to work on many projects with Shawn. He not only was one of the most professional construction people I ever worked with, but more importantly was a great guy with a huge smile. I always looked forward to seeing him. Shawn & you are in my prayers. God bless you.
steven rock gustin
02/15/2013
alison, kaylee, matthew take care & see u soon
Brad & Kim Beschorner
02/15/2013
Jan, Cyndi & family, Our hearts are heavy for you all right now, there are no words to ease your pain. Remember the wonderful moments to help give you strength. Sending hugs and prayers to you all. Love, The Beschorner's
Tammy Christensen
02/15/2013
Alison, KayLee, and Matthew, my heart aches for all of you right now......Shawn was an amazing man and will be missed by so many..........but no one more than his family. Let the Love of so many surrond you and hold you close during this time. I Love you so much Alison!!