Shawn K. O’Rourke, 60 of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, September 11th, 2022 at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center with all of his close loved ones by his side. Shawn was born on August 2nd, 1962 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Thomas Sr. and Margarite O’Rourke. He graduated from Lancaster High School, where he excelled in football as a defensive end. He had over 30 years of coaching experience in football and baseball at the youth and semi pro level. Shawn was an avid sports fan, rooting on the Ohio State Buckeyes, Dallas Cowboys, Columbus Blue Jackets and the Cincinnati Reds. He was a loving and caring individual, always giving his time for others. He volunteered for the Special Olympics while in high school and that giving spirit continued throughout his life. He enjoyed his time working for the Fairfield Center for Disabilities and loved to help others. Shawn was a drummer and loved his jam sessions with his best friend and son. Most of all, Shawn loved his family and enjoyed every moment spent with them.
Shawn is survived by his loving wife, Lisa O’Rourke; sons, Jeremy (Kylen Harmon) O’Rourke and Ryan O’Rourke; step-daughter, Tonya Rogers; grandchildren, Adam (Alaina), Kiera, Kieyla, Kiersin, Emma, Cole, and Renner; brother, Danny O’Rourke; sister, Kelly Dempsey; nieces, nephews and many other loving friends and family members.
He was preceded in death by his step-daughter, Jessica Rogers; brothers, Jamey O’Rourke and T.J. O’Rourke; sister, Kathi Sisco; and nephew, Jamie Lee O’Rourke.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, September 26th, 2022 at 7PM at the HALTEMAN-FETT & DYER FUNERAL HOME. Visitation will be held from 5PM-7PM on Monday.
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