Vaughan C. Shaw
1952 – 2025
We are heartbroken to share the sudden passing of Vaughan C. Shaw, who passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on April 5, 2025, at the age of 73.
Vaughan was a devoted husband to his beloved wife of 43 years, Marion (née Bloem), and a dedicated and loving father to Adrienne and Taylor (Mark Cornett). Predeceased by his parents, Fred and Muriel, and his brother Wayne. He will be dearly missed by his sister Mary-Anne and brother Dallas.
Vaughan was born in Woodbridge and later made his home in Tottenham, Ontario. Vaughan began his career as a Certified Building Official in 1989 with King Township. He later brought his expertise and integrity to the City of Etobicoke and ultimately to the City of Toronto, where he retired in 2012.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Vaughan had a deep passion for life. He earned his pilot’s license at just 15 years old and had a lifelong love of flying, sailing, and power boating. His hobbies included woodworking, radio-controlled boats, building airplane models, and playing both the piano and organ.
Vaughan was a man full of stories who always knew how to bring laughter to any room. He will be remembered for his warmth, his wit, and above all, his immense kindness.
He leaves behind a legacy of love, craftsmanship, and unforgettable memories.
Vaughan will forever remain in the hearts of his many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Please check back to the Funeral Home website as details become available. For those who wish, donations to Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Celebration of Life to be held at a later date
Madelyn & Hal Rutledge says
Dear Marion, Adrienne, Taylor & Mark
Please accept our sincere condolences. Vaughan was a great guy. We always enjoyed chatting with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bette D Schofield says
I want to send my sincere condolences to everyone in the family. I can’t believe that he has passed, I remember him soo well as a young boy, he was such a great kid and would do anything for anyone. I don’t know why I felt I had to check on him and I am in shock about the sad news. Please know that I think of all of you and I pray for strength through this sad time.
Sending hugs to everyone.
Larry & Sam Llewellyn says
Marion
Sam and I send our prayers and condolences.. though we never spent a lot of time together.. the time we did spend was memorable.. I’m proud to have had our paths cross.. RIP Vaughn..
Rosemary Redman says
Maryanne I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Vaughan. I remember him as a baby when you lived next door , down by the Humber in Pine Grove and later as a boy in Woodbridge. It sounds like he had a good life and he will be missed by those who knew him.
Thinking of you
Rosemary Redman
Gord McCallum says
I am so sorry for your loss. I always liked the visits with Vaughan, he will be missed.
Justin McMillan says
So sorry for your loss!
Alistair Thomas says
To the Shaw Family,
My deepest condolences to you ALL. I spent many years sitting beside Vaughan, we chatted about so many things, we huffed and puffed about odd complaints and had outbursts laughter with so many things that took place. There were times I came into work tired and grumpy. Vaughan would always say “aaahhh what’s the matter”. When we would out for coffee, and I would say, I got to go. Vaughan would say to me “sit down relax Thomas”.
When Vaughan retired, it was a big void and I was saddened because there was this empty chair that was unoccupied. On his last day I remember him saying “don’t worry you are next”; I laughed and sure enough years later I retired and thought of his words.
We met occasionally, after I retired, I joined the monthly retirement coffee table with other Etobicoke Officers. I always had to leave earlier than the group, Vaughan would say “Thomas Thomas Thomas, still the same after all these years” referencing for me to sit down and relax. -Thank you Vaughan for the memories we shared……..
Kelly Jacob says
Marion, Adrienne and Taylor,
I am very sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Vaughn, a loving husband and father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara (Brown) Douglas says
Mary-Anne, Dallas and family – I was very saddened to read of the death of your brother, Vaughan and to see that Wayne has also passed away.
Although we haven’t kept in touch over the many years that have gone by since our families were close Kendra and I both want to send our deepest sympathies to you and the rest of the family.
Please know that you are in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Barbara & Kendra
Joy Correia says
The Shaw Family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Vaughan. It was truly a pleasure working with him during our time in Etobicoke—he was a remarkable person and a true gentleman.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Tamara and Steve Niepage says
Our sincere condolences to all of the family.
Geraldine Fraser says
Dear Marion. Adrienne and Taylor so sorry to hear about Vaughan. He was such a gentleman. Geraldine
Rose Craig says
Dear Marion,
I am so sorry to hear about Vaughan. A true gentleman that will be missed. At this time you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Claire Wallace says
Dear Marion ,Adrienne and Taylor
We were so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I always loved the chats we had when I would stop by.
May he be forever in your hearts and may you cherish the many wonderful memories.
Hugs to all.
May you rest in peace Vaughan .
Claire and Jerry
Warwick Perrin says
Vaughn was a true gentleman, he will be missed by all who knew him.
Sam Del Greco says
My dearest friend Marion! My heart is aching for you and the kids I am shocked to hear the news about Vaughan. What a wonderful talented man that will be greatly missed by so many people. My prayers are with you Adrienne and Taylor ❤️❤️
Amedeo and Rita Caprara says
Dear Marion, Adrienne & Taylor, We are so very sorry to hear this news of Vaughan’s passing. I worked with Vaughan at the City of Etobicoke and we became good friends. Even though l started before him he became my mentor. Truly someone who had many talents and always willing a hand to help, no matter the project, whether at work or outside work.
My sincere sympathies. Fly high my friend.
Jamie & Patrick says
Adrienne and family, we are thinking of you during this time and sending so much love
Lionel Llewellyn says
Vaughn will always be the “Donald” to my “Daisy”!
You were the best uncle to Rebecca, Lindsey and Rachel; the best brother-in -law; and the perfect husband to Marion (purple towel,notwithstanding!).
I will miss you dearly, brother!
RIP!
Clifford Perry says
As a coworker of Taylor’s, i got to know Vaughn a whole bunch of times. What a great human and a great Dad….. 🙁
Britton Ronan says
Most sincere condolences. He was a great person!
Rebecca Llewellyn says
Uncle Vaughn- I love you! May you fly with the stars xx Becky
Ginny& Ivor Cathcat says
Dear Marion, Adrienne & Taylor, We are so very sorry to hear this news of Vaughan’s passing. I have many fond memories of Vaughan and great chats. Old all your memories close and know he is with you always. Holding you all in our hearts and prayers at this very sad time.
Teresa Wideman says
Marion, I’m so sorry to hear of Vaughan’s passing! He was a lovely man. What a wonderful couple you made! I’m thinking and praying for you and the family. Xx
Michele Tomlinson says
Taylor and family, my deepest condolences.
Michele XO