Byron Shawn Blair, 44, of Kansas City, MO formerly of Gower, MO, passed away Tuesday, December 7, 2021 near Gower.

He was born on January 15, 1977 to Kevin and Terry (Thompson) Blair in St. Joseph, MO. Shawn grew up near Gower and graduated from East Buchanan High School in 1995.

Shawn worked as a mechanic for many years and did carpentry work.

He enjoyed playing guitar and piano, creating things, fixing anything, being outdoors and most of all enjoyed being around family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother and his grandfathers, Alton Blair and Ronald Lee Thompson.

Shawn is survived by his father, Kevin Blair; his stepfather, Mark Decker; sisters, Hilary Matter and Rebecca Coussement; his grandmothers, Mary Blair and Levonia Thompson; nieces and nephews, Ivy, Lily, Kash, Elise, Kamy and Dani; other relatives and many friends.

Funeral Service:  2:00 p.m.  Sunday, December 19th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower with visitation one hour prior to the service.

Burial:  Reed Cemetery, Trimble, MO.