Gerald “Jerry” Shangraw

Gerald “Jerry” Shangraw, of Saint Charles, MO, passed away Friday, December 17, 2021 at the age of 87. Loving husband of the late Patricia Shangraw; beloved son of the late Clifford Jay and Beatrice Shangraw; devoted father of Yvonne (Duke Samoa) Shangraw, Robin Shangraw, Jeannine (Mark) Hinchley, Christopher (Lisa) Shangraw, and Paul Shangraw; cherished grandfather of Jeanette (Mario Rivera) Silva, Ivan (Stephanie) Silva, Erin Shangraw, Kathryn Shangraw, Gregory, Patricia, and Jacob Shangraw; treasured great-grandfather of Zareh & Anjelina Perez; dear brother of Richard (Kathy) Shangraw; loving uncle, cousin, and friend. Gerald is preceded in death by his son Douglas Shangraw; granddaughter, Angelina Silva; siblings Virgie, Audrey, Clifford Jr., Everett, Allen, Janet, and Patty.

Gerald proudly served his country for 29 years in the United States Navy. He was born and raised in Vermont. He married the love of his life, Patricia. In their 45 years of marriage, they traveled halfway around the world, everywhere from Guam to Scotland, including 49 states in between with numerous stops in Vermont to see his family. In his younger years, Jerry enjoyed hunting and fishing.  More recently he had a great interest in gardening. Jerry liked to drink fine wine, single malt scotch, and listen to classical music. His favorite was opera. He was a man of faith and loved his country. Most important of all, Dad loved spending time with his family, especially his grandkids and great grandkids. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him, whether Dad, Grandpa, GG-pa, or “Senior” Chief.

In Jerry’s name, please be kind to others and donate to a charity of your choice.

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