Memorial service set for Tom Shaw, USAW State Chairperson for Washington, on Monday, April 30

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Gary Abbott (USA Wrestling)
04/24/2001


A Memorial for Tom Shaw, who served as the USA Wrestling State Chairperson for Washington, has been set for Monday, April 30, at 7:00 p.m. at the Marysville-Pilchuck High School Auditorium.     Shaw, of Marysille, Wash., passed away on Sunday, April 22, returning from Washington's Cadet and Junior State Tournament.    Flowers can be sent to the High School at: 5611 108th Street NE, Marysville, WA 98271.     Cards and condolences can be mailed to The Shaw Family at: 12903 S.E. 38th St. Unit 102, Bellevue, WA.  98006    Information is updated on the Washington State Wrestling Association Web Site (http://www.WashingtonStateWrestling.com)    Shaw served as USA Wrestling State Chairperson since 1994. He was a teacher and coach with the Marysville School District.     "Wrestling has lost one of its true leaders," said USA Wrestling Executive Director Rich Bender. "He has given unselfishly to the sport, with the goal of providing wrestling opportunities in the Northwest. He will truly be missed by the entire USA Wrestling family."