Shane Edward Durham's Obituary
Shane Edward Durham, 44 of Lewes, DE, passed away suddenly in an automobile accident on Tuesday February 20, 2024. He was born in Wilmington, DE on December 2, 1979.
Shane was a family man. His life was all about his family, who he loved deeply. All he wanted was to live the simplest life. He embraced each day knowing his life was enriched and blessed by his miracle baby and his loving wife. He did not take it for granted; he cherished them every day.
Shane was a people person, who everyone loved to be around. He had a lively personality and a unique sense of humor. He was a gifted artist, who had a passion for drawing portraits. He had an ear for all types of music and loved to sing.
He is survived by his wife Megan, the love of his life. Daughter, Mia, his heart, soul, and purpose. His Mother, Virginia Childress, of Lewes, DE. Stepmom, Susan Shehan, of Georgetown, DE. Brother, Robert, of Lewes, DE. Sisters; Trina (Teddy), of Townsend, DE, Angie, of Wilmington, DE, April (Chris), of Newark, DE, Amy, of Newark, DE, and Kim, of Arizona. Grandmother, Margaret Childress, of Middletown, DE. 11 nephews and 11 nieces, his in-laws, aunts, uncles, and many cousins.
Shane was preceded in death by his father, James E. Donovan Jr., his stepfather, Allen Childress, his brother Jason T. Durham, and his sister Kelly Donovan-Lozoya.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium 16961 Kings Hwy., DE 19958. A viewing will be held starting at 10:00am. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery 32112 Vines Creek Rd, Dagsboro, DE 19939 .
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations may be made to Mia’s education at
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