The Firebaugh Kid Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Billsmafia lost an absolute legend this morning. I can’t let another moment pass without asking you all to join me in remembering Shawn (pictured right). Shawn was our neighbor growing up, but he honestly spent more time at our house than he did at home due to the unpredictable nature of his home. Shawn was the one who convinced my brother and I to follow the Bills in 1986. We were Cowboys “fans” as little kids, simply because our dad liked Dallas. Despite what happened in those Superbowls a few years later, I never regretted the decision to follow the Bills. Following the Bills was a way of life for Shawn, a blue collar small market team that was as tough and durable as he was. Its hard to describe how much he meant to me and to my obsession with this team, but trust me when I say this: if anyone deserves a memorial thread, its him. I will miss you forever my brother. Until we meet again. Go Bills 29 37 1 19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Sorry for your loss. RIP, Shawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyBatty is alive Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Sorry for you loss, you posted a nice tribute, certainly he would be proud 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bongo Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 RIP Shawn and keep the cheering coming! You’re still mafia up there. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gambit Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 RIP to your friend. Very lovely story. ❤️ Once again, I really wish we had a heart/love reaction on here. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goin Breakdown Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 So sorry man. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Beautiful tribute, godspeed Shawn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 RIP Sean He's chatting Bills with Van and Ralph now : ) 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeerie Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 What a lovely tribute. It was good of you to post this. I am so sorry for your loss.😢 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverboat Ritchie Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Sorry for your loss. Go Bills. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 So sorry for your loss. RIP Shawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExWNYer Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 So sorry for the loss of your dear friend and fellow Bills fan. Hang in there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarleyNY Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Condolences to you and everyone who loved Shawn. RIP, Shawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltonWaddams Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Condolences to you, his family and friends. RIP 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan619 Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 So sorry for your loss, bro. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thenorthremembers Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Rest well Shawn. Sorry for your loss brother. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigPappaPump Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 RIP Shawn. So sorry for your loss & the Mafia’s loss 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreadlox Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Stories like this are going to make it so much better when our boys finally bring home the trophy! I know who I’ll be thinking of when that happens. My condolences to you and your loved ones. Your post is a wonderful tribute! Go Bills! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaw66 Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Sorry for your loss, and his family's loss. Great photo. Captures what you describe. Kid next door to us became a lifelong Bills fan for the same reason. It was inevitable; he grew up next door to my kids. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott7975 Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubba Gump Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Sorry for your loss. RIP Shawn. I'm sure he and Pancho will be rooting on the Bills together. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Very sorry for your loss. I know you will treasure the time you had together. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 condolences going out to you and his family. sorry for your loss 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsNutHawaii Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 I always like learning about other people and their story. Thanks for sharing, its much appreciated! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BfloBillsFan Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 So truly sorry to hear about your loss. I feel the true passion of Bills fans with these stories. RIP buddy…Go Bills! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 Sorry for your loss. The memories will remain. that’s a great pic 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsPride12 Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 Sorry for your loss...he's watching from the best seat in the house now 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlgarsh Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 I'm so sorry for your loss! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 🙏 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy Hix Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 Kind words. Sorry for your loss. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyCat Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 Great post. I understand how you feel. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falgobofu Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 This is sad and you have a lot of support for your loss, once a Bills Fan always a Bills Fan. Look down and cheer loud Shawn, the Mafia will miss you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillyG Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 Sorry for your loss. It's a reminder to treasure the time we have with family and friends. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beck Water Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 On 8/24/2023 at 12:45 PM, The Firebaugh Kid said: Billsmafia lost an absolute legend this morning. I can’t let another moment pass without asking you all to join me in remembering Shawn (pictured right). Shawn was our neighbor growing up, but he honestly spent more time at our house than he did at home due to the unpredictable nature of his home. Shawn was the one who convinced my brother and I to follow the Bills in 1986. We were Cowboys “fans” as little kids, simply because our dad liked Dallas. Despite what happened in those Superbowls a few years later, I never regretted the decision to follow the Bills. Following the Bills was a way of life for Shawn, a blue collar small market team that was as tough and durable as he was. Its hard to describe how much he meant to me and to my obsession with this team, but trust me when I say this: if anyone deserves a memorial thread, its him. I will miss you forever my brother. Until we meet again. Go Bills I'm sorry, Man. Great tribute RIP to Shawn and condolences to you 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in Chicago Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 Very heartfelt tribute. May he RIP 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBean Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 Sorry for your loss. RIP Shawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maynard Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 I’m very sorry for your loss. Taken way too early I’m sure. RIP Shawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 Thanks for sharing the story and I'm so sorry for your loss. RIP, Shawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haslett_Stomp Posted August 25, 2023 Share Posted August 25, 2023 RIP Shawn. Sorry for the loss of your friend, Firebaugh. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillsGospel2014 Posted August 26, 2023 Share Posted August 26, 2023 SB incoming, this one's for you Shawn, rest in paradise!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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