Mr. Shawn Lanier

Christopher Shawn Lanier, 28, of Blythewood, died Friday, April 21, 2017. Born in Columbia, SC on October 10, 1988, he was the son of Chris and Connie “Beth” Hollis Lanier. Shawn was a member of the first graduating class of Blythewood High School. He played baseball in high school and for the USC-Sumter “Fire Ants”. He graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Biology and was a passionate, dedicated Gamecock fan! Shawn loved snow skiing, golfing, fishing, water activities and was an avid hunter, following his grandfather’s footsteps for the love of hunting. He ran everyday with his constant companion “Flash”. Shawn was loved by all who knew him and was known for his contagious laugh and infectious smile. He was employed with All Things Wild and worked closely with the owner and friend, Danny Phillips. Shawn is survived by his parents, Chris and Beth; sister, A. Blythe Lanier; maternal grandparents, David “Buddy” and Kay Hollis; paternal grandparents, Jack G. Lanier (Ramona) and Ferne H. Cole (Chris); uncle, Jarrod H. Lanier (Rhonda); aunts, Jennie H. Price (Wayne) and Cindy H. Hyatt (Ray); cousins, David “DW” Price (Angela), Furman Walker, Heath Lanier, Shelbie Yarborough and Timothy Yarborough. Also, surviving are numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. The funeral service for Shawn will be held at 3 o’clock, Thursday, April 27th at Fair Lawn United Methodist Church, with the Reverend Scott Bratton officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 o’clock, Wednesday evening at Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, 7600 Trenholm Road Ext. Columbia. “I woke up this morning only praying to fall back asleep, because for those few hours this wasn't real. All day yesterday, I prayed "Lord, bring Shawn home to us. Bring that smile home," only to find out that he'd already been brought Home. He is Home with our Lord. Shawn, I will miss you beyond belief. I don't exactly know how to live a life without my big brother. I am finding some sort of peace in knowing God will give you all the deer, turkeys, and fish in His Heaven. You know, to hunt when you aren't on the dock fishing with Mammie. Or when you aren't catching up with Flem, or saying "Man, it’s been too long" to Matt. You probably called him Twiggy, Twigs, or Twiggles, but here at home he was Rooney; he was my Bubba. Whoever he was to you, he was a dear friend. In trying to look through all of the posts, there isn't one where Shawn's smile isn't radiating. He simply was the life of the party. The party around here just won't ever be the same without him. Shawn, I have never wanted you here to tell me how aggravating I am more than I do right now. I've never wanted TO aggravate you more than I do right now. I love you, Bub. We are missing you more than words could ever explain. And I cannot wait to see you again. Have a Natty ready for me.” Memorials may be made to Fair Lawn United Methodist Church, 9203 Wilson Blvd, Columbia, SC 29203 or to the National Wild Turkey Federation, 770 Augusta Road, Edgefield, SC 29824.

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Mr. Shawn Lanier

October 10, 1988 - April 21, 2017