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Guy Shain DVM

1974 - 2022

Guy Shain DVM obituary, 1974-2022, Lawrence, KS

BORN

1974

DIED

2022

Guy Shain Obituary

A Celebration of life for Guy Shain, DVM, 48, Wellsville, KS, will be held at a later date. Guy passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 12, 2022, at his home.

Guy was born in St. John, KS on March 2, 1974, the son of Walter and Rita (Bowden) Shain.

Guy received his Doctorate of Veterinarian Medicine from Oklahoma State University in 1999.

Mr. Guy was a devoted father and loving husband. He was always willing to help a friend or family member in need and his generosity knew no limits.

He enjoyed all-things tractor and working around the small family farm. He especially loved spending time with the family's numerous animals including his beloved German Shepherd, Jarvis. A former Deacon at Eudora Baptist Church, Guy enjoyed singing as part of the worship team.

Guy was a doctor of veterinary medicine and co-owner of Eudora Animal Hospital, where he was known for his strong compassion and sense of humor. He was a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association. He was a recipient of the Hunt Ball Scholarship for Outstanding Student in Equine Medicine and Surgery.

Guy married Kania Kisner on April 28, 2001 in Fenton, MO. She survives of the home.

Other survivors include his two daughters, Sydney Shain and Audrey Shain; his mother, Rita Shain of Gerald, MO and two sisters, Nichole and Laurel. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter.

Memorial contributions may be made in Guy's name to KAMO Adventures (for wounded veterans) https://www.kamoadventures.com or to KC Pet Project https://kcpetproject.org/ and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Jun. 19, 2022.

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Tish

September 13, 2022

What a shock! So sad to hear this! Dr Shane was the only vet I ever saw at EVH. He was soooo knowledgeable and tender-hearted towards my beloved Border Collie Jake, and also towards me at a very difficult time. :*(

Kathie Worley

June 24, 2022

We are saddened by the loss of this wonderful man. We will miss his compassion and caring for our fur babies. Condolences to family and friends.

Diana Evans

June 21, 2022

So sorry to hear of this. Dr Shain was an amazing man and always took great care of our animals!

MJ Willoughby

June 17, 2022

Wonderful man. Dr. Shain was very kind to me and to my cats, including my 20 year old cat. Compassionate and patient. He will be missed. My condolences to the practice and his family most of all.

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120 W 13th St, Lawrence, KS 66044

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