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Shawn McNelis Obituary

Shawn McNelis, 49, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of Ventress passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2020. He moved to Ventress to live closer to the water. He was a licensed plumber and was proud of the work he performed. He was known by many as, DJ SLAM. Shawn had a passion for music and enjoyed playing his mixes for many. Shawn lived his life to the fullest and was a very loving person. Shawn devoted his life to his daughter. She was his world and his heart. Shawn is survived by: his Daughter Adrianna Mcnelis of Baton Rouge La, Mother Deborah Bendily of Ventress La, Father Richard Mautner Sr of Morgan City La, one Sister Holly (Brother-in-law John) Blackburn of Walker, one Brother-Richard "Ricky" (Sister-in-law Dixie) Mautner of Slidell La, and several loved Nieces and Nephews. A celebration of His life is planned for 1/25/20 at The Venue Plus located in St. Amant, La. 1 pm Family Only and friends 2-7 pm. This Celebration will be in true "Shawn Style".

Published by The Advocate from Jan. 15 to Jan. 25, 2020.
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I just learned this news today and beyond saddened by the news. Knew him 20 yrs and he was just a great dude. My heart and thoughts go out to his family. Just shocking... thanks DJ for being a friend my man.

John North (hdtv00)

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March 11, 2021

Shawn was buried at the St. George Church moslem in Baton Rouge, LA on Friday Feburary 7th 2020. To any and all, friends and family, who would like to visit his final resting place please feel free to stop by and give your condolences, prayers and flowers. He was a hard working man and a phenomenal father, all who knew Shawn, know how wonderful of a person he was. He always helped people and always wanted to make everyone smile. He is our daughters guardian angel now. We will never forget his loving heart. We love you always and forever. Lauren and Adrianna

Lauren Fisher

February 9, 2020

You will be missed you are a great guy and a great daddy hard to grasp but God has everything planned for us it might not be what we want I want to see with this is the only way I can look at it it was a great friend

Shannon Stewart

January 21, 2020

Me and my daughter which is Cassie and Shannon knew this very loving man he loves kids and he loved being around children everyone in the Trailer part would always come to his house because he would have snacks for them they can dance in the house they could swim in the pool anything they want to do he let them do he watch them very well we would not have to worry about our child going to his house because we knew that the kids would have a good time and that they would be home Before dark this is very sad it completely unbelievable she was a awesome man words can't explain he will be missed rest in peace prayers to the family

Shannon Stewart

January 21, 2020

Rest in peace shawn

Rhonda Draing

January 21, 2020

Shawn It's been a minute since I was blessed with your presence; but never In a million years would I think It would be my last!

You my friend had a kind soul, and had a strong felling of this. I guess I was blessed with this gift; I have always felt (GOOD) or (BAD) sometimes a blessing other times a curse.

But you I felt completely at peace around you till we meet again, may GOD bless you doughter and you family, REST EASY MY FRIEND!

Mario Solomon

January 17, 2020

Shawn I wake up every morning hoping to see you laying beside me and this has just been a bad dream, I never thought that Tuesday morning when u left for work it would be the last time I ever saw your Gorgeous face. I'm so broken hearted you were the absolute best daddy, friend , and boyfriend anyone could of asked for. It took us a long time to get to the point we had made it too. But this last year was the best year of my life and I feel blessed to have had you and Adrianna w me, I just wish we would have had more time. I will forever have our memories and you in my heart. But I know you will be watching over Us, our angel from heaven. But I promise You I will always watch over Adrianna and make sure she is ok. your little heart So rest easy until we meet again... I love you.... Tammi

Tammi Bridges

January 16, 2020

You will be missed. You were always the best person. U never let me down. U loved life and life loved u. I love u buddy.... See you some day.

Brandy wood

January 16, 2020

May God let you come down from time to time to plant yellow flower for ur daughter when ever she needs to feel you near. Shawn u r missed n loved but God had other plans. Rest high my friend . ur with Our Lord . Amen

Ashley j Jordan

January 16, 2020

I met Shawn because I dated his daughters mother. Ill always remember the first time I met him because he welcomed me into his home like we had been long time friends.He even bought me a Christmas present and he barely new me.I always appreciated him giving me a gift and I thought very highly of him as a person and a father.

Casey Ryan

January 15, 2020

My sweet & loving friend. I miss you terribly and as each day passes without a text from you, the tears start flowing. Life will never be the same without you. There wasn't a holiday or a week that went by with out you checking on me. I keep hoping it's a terrible dream but I find so much comfort in reading all of conversations. You were my friend since I was 15 but became one of my best friends throughout our 40s. Our marriage pact.... Every birthday you reminded me the time was approaching. My heart is broken and I miss you so much. I love you, Shawn.

Christie Turner

January 15, 2020

We will always be dreaming of you Dada. You were the best father in the whole world. You blessed me with the most beautiful awesome sweetest little girl ever. Your memory will live on through Adrianna, you waited your whole life to finally have your own little twin and I am so grateful to have shared that with you. We love you,we can feel you in our hearts always Shawn Michael McNelis. You were a true angel on earth now your DJin with the best up in heaven. We will always love you, Lauren and Adrianna

Lauren Fisher

January 15, 2020

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