September 22, 1968-May 3, 2025
Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital at the age of 56. Shawn passed away with the love of his family by his side.
Shawn leaves behind his loving parents, Valerie Kinnunen and his stepdad Wayne Kinnunen. His very loved sister Michelle Cote (Billy) and his niece Chelsea Carricato, whom he was so proud of. Son of the late Jacques Cote. Grandson of the late Rene and Phyllis Cote. Nephew of Janet (Mike), the late Danny (Mary), Larry (Cathy) and Shelley (Mike). Shawn is gone to be with his lifelong friend, the late Heather Goodmurphy. His dogs Boss and Jack are really missing him.
Shawn was a Toronto Maple Leafs fan, a lover of animals, he was proud of his little vegetable garden and loved his job as a bricklayer (BACU Local 29).
Shawn’s family would like to thank Val’s church family (Bible Fellowship), Chelsea’s work family and all of our family and friends for all of their love, prayers and support through this long difficult time. To the Paramedics, Emergency staff, doctors and the Dialysis team, we are grateful for your efforts to keep Shawn with us. ICU and 3C staff, you are exceptional. You answered all our many questions with patience and compassion.
Following Shawn’s wishes, there will be no service.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Vincent Place or the Sault Ste. Marie Humane Society. Payable by cheque.
Your struggles are over now my son.
Revelation 21:4
Visit www.osullivanfuneralhome.com to leave condolences for the family. Arrangements entrusted to O’Sullivan Funeral Home (215 St. James St., Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 1P7, 705-759-8456).