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Shawna Mae Love Wetherell

July 04, 1972 - September 02, 2024
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Michele Carrillo

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Michele Carrillo

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Shawna Mae Love Wetherell

July 04, 1972 - September 02, 2024

Shawna Mae Love Wetherell, age 52, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2024, at Stanford Hospital. She was born on July 4, 1972 in San Jose, California, to Tom and Belinda Barela. She was a 1990 graduate of Gunderson High School.  She also graduated from San Jose City College with a degree in Criminal Justice. She was married to Lee C. Wetherell on December 31, 2019 and they resided in Bend, Oregon. Shawna was very outgoing and spread love and kindness everywhere she went. She had the ability to make anyone smile and was an avid dog lover.

She is survived by her husband, Lee; her son, Joseph Barela and his fiance, Clementine; her adopted daughter, Amy Toney; her grandchildren Aurora, Oliver, Avery, and Kaison; her father, Tom Barela and his wife, Beverly, her brother Tommy Barela and his wife, Leslie; her sister, Amanda Wilson, and her husband, Jeff; her sister, Michele Carrillo and her husband, Nolberto; her sister, Julie Hawkins Kirkley; her first cousins, Lisa Marie Kojakanian and her husband Alex; Angela Gosselin and her husband, Lance; Sonya Garcia and her husband, Marcial; Lindsay Hockett and her husband, Sam; Coleen Barela along with many other cousins, nieces, nephews, and beloved friends. 

It was evident, even as a child, that Shawna was meant to be a light in people's lives. She was defined by her acts of loving kindness and her generous heart. Along with her ability to light up a room, she brought a sense of energy, joy, and brightness that was noticeable and appreciated by those around her. She loved being with friends and dancing the night away. She took pride in her ability to have authentic friendships, free of judgment,  where she could support them in any way. She was the "sister" everyone needed.

Her loving heart was further evidenced by her immense passion for dogs. Her life was spent "oohing" and "aweing" over any dog she saw. As a postal worker, the neighborhood dogs would follow her along her route and she would return them to their homes before leaving the area. She volunteered her time to transport dogs to rescues and their forever homes. She had a special affinity for pitbulls. She felt they were misunderstood and welcomed them into her home.

Her purest joy was her son, daughters, and grandchildren. She and Joseph had a special bond that is beyond words. She often reflected on what a blessing it was to have such a close relationship with her son. This love overflowed into her grandchildren. Her beautiful granddaughters,  Aurora and Avery; and her grandson's, Kaison and "Ollie Bear" were her joy.

Shawna was greeted by her mom, her grandma,  other family members, and her precious dogs when she returned "home".

If you would like to contribute to her Memorial Fund please donate to her Go Fund Me page. 
https://gofund.me/d28dc263

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Monica Anderson Oh Shawna, where do I even start. You and I go way way back. We have been the bestestbof friends for years. My heart is so broken and sad that you have been taken way too soon,but apparently God needed you more. We have so many memories that I will cherish and keep close to my heart always and forever. I love you so so much l, and miss you so much. You are now my guardian angel. Please watch over us. I love you girl❤️
about 1 month ago

Sylvia Quijas I am so grateful and blessed to have had you in my life, you were the best friend I could always turn to when I needed a shoulder to cry on or vent to. You never judged, you had your arms open with securing me that everything will be fine. I enjoyed all the fun times together, dancing our life away, working together for years at AMR. I know you will still be walking beside me, I will never forget you sister, love you Chica, God has a beautiful Angel. 🙏
about 1 month ago

Christine Lopez My dear sister and best of friend I will miss you more then ever You were the best that has ever passed my path. I will always remember cruising on downtown and having so much fun listening to our favorite songs. You were the one I told my secrets too and you never judged me . I'm gonna always regret not making more time to visit you but you always understood. Now as I write this I hope you knew how much I loved you. Fly high with the angels and please keep watching over us . I will always keep you and our memories close to my heart . You will forever be my lady trouble
about 1 month ago

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