Donaven L. Shadoan Obituary

We bid farewell to Donaven L. Shadoan of Sidney, Ohio, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 26, 2024 at the age of 57. Donaven touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Donaven departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Donaven may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Donaven leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert and Carolyn. He is survived by: his wife Dianne Shadoan (Fogt); his children, Ciara Gage Smith (Fiancé) of Sidney and Aaron Shadoan of Sidney; his grandchildren, Xavier Smith and Arabella Smith; and his sisters, Beverly Phlipot (Kristopher) of St. Paris, Shirley Shadoan (Clifford Moody) of Sidney and Marie Harrod (Daniel) of Rockford, OH. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society.