Shawn L. Good, Jr. was born on August 29, 1985 in Columbus, Ohio to loving parents Sophia English and Shawn L. Good, Sr. He was presented to the Lord in dedication on December 15, 1985 at Oakley Baptist Church. Shawn went home to rest in God’s bosom on September 12, 2015.
Shawn’s passion was singing and dancing praises to the Lord. From a very young age he shared his spiritual gift of singing with everyone as he could be heard singing throughout the house, in church, the car or wherever the Spirit of the Lord inspired him to minister to others. He belonged to many choral groups, choirs, praise and worship teams, sang backup for various artists, and participated in many activities that promoted the Gospel of Jesus Christ through music. Shawn had the pleasure of singing on the Bobby Jones Gospel Hour on BET. He was also a backup singer for several prestigious gospel artists such as Isaac Simpson and Quan Howell, for whom he wrote a song entitled “Here I Am.”
Shawn was practically “born and raised” at Oakley Baptist Church. He was active in several ministries such as the youth choir, step team, Sunday school, and various other ministries. He was also a member of Higher Ground Abounding Assemblies and most recently held membership with The Gathering Place. Shawn also praised and worshiped the Lord at several other churches throughout the city.
Shawn attended grade school at Liberty Christian School. He graduated from Columbus Alternative High School in 2003. He later attended Wright State University majoring in business and communications.
Shawn was most recently employed with Buckeye Health Plan as a senior customer service representative. He was previously employed with Chase Bank.
Shawn leaves to celebrate his life, his mother, Sophia L. English; his father, Shawn L. Good Sr.; grandmothers, Viola E. Hunt and Carol Good; brothers, Christin Hill, Nate Good, Marcus Good, and Matthew Good; sisters, Janelle Hill and Paulisha Cunningham. Shawn was proceeded in death by his loving grandfather Marcus L. Hunt and uncle, Troy Good. Shawn also leaves to celebrate his life uncles Joey D. English (Chyrell) and John Good; aunt, Timolin Good; and a host of cousins, friends and loved ones in several states.
Shawn left this earth way too young, but God called him to a higher mission – to dance and sing with angels in the heavenly choir. So sing on Shawn! Dance on Shawn! No more trials, tribulations, or sorrows; only sweet peace! You will greatly be missed, but never forgotten because you touched so many lives as only you could.
6:00pm Visitation and 7:00pm Home Going Celebration, Monday September 21, 2015 at Higher Ground Always Abounding Assemblies 870 St. Clair Ave.
To Shawn’s loving family I pray that God holds you all even closer in your time of bereavement, he was very inspirational during our time with (IHP) In His Presence Gospel Choir and I greatly appreciate it. May God continue to Bless you all with HIS grace, mercy, and favor.
I will continue to pray for the Good family. Shawn was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.
My prayers are with the family! My heart is broken and I’m going to miss my friend.
Ms. Sophia, we are sincerely sorry for your loss. I can see he was find young man. I only hope our children provide as much happiness to the community as it seems your son did. From my family to yours, please be blessed.
Charles, Adrienne, Adryanna, and Christianna Brown
It is with great sorrow you left us nephew , we will always remember you & never will we forget you. You brightened ever Room You Ever Walk into. You Were the Life of the Party. You touched so many Lives, We seen that tonight at your Celebration of life Celebration Tonight,Saddens Us that your gone, But Dance , Sing , and Fly High With The angels . We Love you & You are n will be Missed….. All Our Love , Uncle Johnny & Aunt Patti
Psalm 10:17 O LORD, you hear the desire of the afflicted; you will strengthen their heart; you will incline your ear
May God comfort and strengthen during this time of your loss. Be blessed.
Sophia and family, We had hoped to be able to see you this evening, but unfortunately, we cannot. Please know that we are grieved for your loss, but are grateful that Shawn knew his Savior and we look forward to hearing him sing in heaven. We would love to see you Sophia, and we will be in touch. I remember he was such a cute , nice little boy.
Love
Bob and Brenda
Sophia: May the Comforting Power of God’s Holy Spirit rest upon the hearts of you, your Family and Friends in the days, months and years to come, in Jesus’ Name
Sophia L. English & Shawn L. Good Sr. and family, we are fervently praying for you all. May the comfort of the Holy Sipirt hold you ever so close and your dearest memories coupled with the compassion of friends and loved ones be your strength in days to come.
Weeping may endure for a night but Joy comes in the morning. Shawn was like a little brother to me. I was his big sister. He was a sweet child. Take your dancing shoes Shawn and dance and sing for the “Heavenly Gates”.
“I will see you when I get there”…..
i miss you brother