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
Shawna Christie
Robyn Burke
RIP Brother.
VP
Gerry Trottier
My brother, you made me tear and I didn't know ya...your with God now and in peace...love ya brother
Curtis Fraser
Several years ago, Shaun gave me a survival kit that I still keep in my truck to this day. At one point he also made a paracord bracelet for me (customized to my narrow wrist) that I superstitiously wore through my next deployments. I remember Shaun as a sweet guy who would easily do nice things for people regardless of how well he knew them. Very sad to hear of his passing.
Gerson Galeano
I'm torn that we won't see each other again. You will be missed, brother.
Sarah,
Please know I’m sending thoughts and prayers to you and all your friends and family during this difficult time.
❤️ ( a warrior sister in Mb )