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
Donna M. Green
Uncle Al and Aunt Judy Taylor, Calgary, AB
Dear Shaun
May God take you into his arms and give you peace.
Your presence has been greatly missed.
Kat Hodgins and Michael Barber
Sarah, all our love and support to you, and may Shaun find peace as he joins the feast at Odin’s table.
Connie Stone (Aunt)
Shawn
You wiii be missed. May you find peace in Heaven
Dena Rattan
RIP Shaun ❤️ Sarah, I have such fond memories of you sharing parts of your love story with me as I navigated dating through the years, and when you spoke of him, it was with respect, honour, pride and so much love. Sending you so many heartwarming hugs to you ❤️
Jodie Thompson
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss Sarah. I am sending you and your Family so much love. Shaun will never be forgotten and I hope is sailing the seas.
Kory Walsh
So very sorry to hear about your loss. Sending my love and prayers
Christina Crier
Sorry to hear Sarah, thinking of you and sending love and hugs and prayers your way.
I’m always here for you.
Angela, Graham, Addison & Sienna
My heart is shattered for you Sarah. We are Thinking of you in this very difficult time. Keep your memories of him close and have them bring you peace amongst the sadness
Stella Osteneck
This is heart wrenching news. So very sorry Sarah and the rest of the family. Hold on to the good memories and happier times.
Rest in peace Shaun. As your mother I will always hold memories of you growing up in my heart. Love you always.