Master Corporal Shaun Vincent Orton, CD: From his darkness he has found his light
It is with a broken soul and shattered heart that I announce the passing of Shaun on 21 April 2024.
Originally an Alberta boy, he was born and lived in Calgary until he joined the military, having the distinction of serving in the 2nd Battalion PPCLI. This included a tour in Afghanistan where accountability was held. RIMPAC 2012 was a bucket list exercise that began Shaun’s love of the water and being on ships. Shaun transferred to the Intelligence Branch in 2015 and had a year-long tour in Kuwait on Op IMPACT. However, the challenges of his youth, and the demons of his past finally overtook him.
Sarah and Shaun were married in the snowy Canadian Rockies of Banff on 11 January 2010, while home from Afghanistan. Through the years Sarah was with him showing him love and kindness through to his last breath. Shaun was the Beloved son in-law of Joni and Joe Pitzel, Welland, ON, Sister in-laws Amy Clowater (Andrew) of Fredericton, NB, and Jessica Torres (John) of Welland, ON, and nieces and nephews, Ellie, Jade, Phoebe, River and Forrest, and special friends, Cam and Sharon.
Shaun touched all of our hearts in the most wholesome, loving, and honest ways. He wore his heart on his sleeve and his loyalty was true. While his body rests at the National Military Cemetery in Ottawa, his spirit has gone on to Valhalla. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Warrior Sailing through Soldier On where more Veterans can find the calm waters of sailing before it’s too late.
He followed the True North compass of his soul
May he be following the compass now
To southern shores and calmer waters.
At the going down of the sun
May they remember US.
Military members are invited to wear DEU-1A (medals) to the visitation and to the funeral.
Digital Guestbook
Robin Blecker
Allison Popowich
Shaun, you will forever be in my heart, as a friend and a brother I choose. I hope you spirit is as rest and you can find peace in the next part of your journey.
My heart and prayers go out to Sarah and her family in this trying time.
Shari Dewar
Sarah, I love you more than words! My heart is shattered.
May you rest easy now Shaun. Your duties are complete. Be free!
Angela Hillis
Sending you all my love, Sarah.
Wyn Fournier
Sarah, my heart is broken for you. May your memories of Shaun in life comfort and sustain you in the time to come. Your MCF family will always be here for you. Big hugs, my friend.
Stacey Mault
Sending you all my love and hugs, Sarah.
Colleen Lake
I am so sorry for your loss Sarah, to your family and friends as well. Sending you all the love and support right now.
Stephen and Maureen Orton
So sorry to hear of Shaun’s passing . May the strength of colleagues and friends help you through these difficult times. May Shaun RIP.
Joanna Stella
I fondly remember your love story your wedding and all the virtual laughs we shared along the way. Sending love and light.
Ashley Cabral
I'll forever remember him in the front yard, running the hose for Jethro...and offering to hold my little newborn at a bbq so I could play bocce, despite never EVER holding babies...a testament to his big heart! He will be missed and we are holding you so tight in our hearts Sarah.
Most heartfelt condolences to all that loved him, especially Sarah who has loved him through it all. May he finally find peace.