Shawn H. Cady, our beloved son, father and brother, died on March 27, 2016, in his home in Waterloo, Iowa, the result of a heart attack.

Shawn was born in Waterloo, Iowa, on March 13, 1957, the son of Darrel and LaVonne Cady, of Macomb.

Shawn graduated from Macomb High School, class of 1975. He attended both Western Illinois University and Portland State University, of Portland, Ore.

Shawn was always passionate about the arts; especially music. He loved the art of conversation and could talk extensively about politics, culinary subjects and his love of family. He has a talented professional photographer, music promoter and writer. He could strike up a conversation with a stranger or a friend and make them feel like a best friend at the end.

Private memorial services will be held in both Waterloo, Iowa, and Louisville, Ky.

He is survived by his parents, Darrel and LaVonne Cady, of Macomb; his daughter, Hannah Soffree Cady, of Louisville, Ky., and his sister, Sarah Cady-Miller, of Sacramento, Calif.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Bernie Sanders Campaign.

The McDonough County Voice ‘ 26 W. Side Square, Macomb, IL 61455

Shawn H Cady, 59, of Waterloo, died at his home Tuesday, March 29, 2016.

Shawn had many friends in the Louisville, Kentucky music scene and helped book and manage local bands. Shawn was also a talented photographer and writer. He helped run Tewligans and was a beloved father.

He is survived by his parents Darrel and Lavonne Cady, sister Sarah as well as his daughter, Hannah Cady.