Master Corporal Shaun Vincent Orton, CD: From his darkness he has found his light
It is with a broken soul and shattered heart that I announce the passing of Shaun on 21 April 2024.
Originally an Alberta boy, he was born and lived in Calgary until he joined the military, having the distinction of serving in the 2nd Battalion PPCLI. This included a tour in Afghanistan where accountability was held. RIMPAC 2012 was a bucket list exercise that began Shaun’s love of the water and being on ships. Shaun transferred to the Intelligence Branch in 2015 and had a year-long tour in Kuwait on Op IMPACT. However, the challenges of his youth, and the demons of his past finally overtook him.
Sarah and Shaun were married in the snowy Canadian Rockies of Banff on 11 January 2010, while home from Afghanistan. Through the years Sarah was with him showing him love and kindness through to his last breath. Shaun was the Beloved son in-law of Joni and Joe Pitzel, Welland, ON, Sister in-laws Amy Clowater (Andrew) of Fredericton, NB, and Jessica Torres (John) of Welland, ON, and nieces and nephews, Ellie, Jade, Phoebe, River and Forrest, and special friends, Cam and Sharon.
Shaun touched all of our hearts in the most wholesome, loving, and honest ways. He wore his heart on his sleeve and his loyalty was true. While his body rests at the National Military Cemetery in Ottawa, his spirit has gone on to Valhalla. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Warrior Sailing through Soldier On where more Veterans can find the calm waters of sailing before it’s too late.
He followed the True North compass of his soul
May he be following the compass now
To southern shores and calmer waters.
At the going down of the sun
May they remember US.
Military members are invited to wear DEU-1A (medals) to the visitation and to the funeral.
Digital Guestbook
Kenneth Martin
Jeff Manley
My deepest condolences to Sarah and her family. Shaun was a truly gifted person who positively impacted the lives of so many. I wish you solace and strength during this challenging time, and eternal peace for Shaun.
Darryl G-S
Shaun, I was lucky and very grateful to meet you and Sarah (+ Reid!) during my time in Canada. You showed me utmost kindness and support. It was an honour to work alongside you and be taken under your wing. May you rest in peace.
Sarah, my deepest love, condolences and gratitude to you. Thank you for all that you have done. May you find strength, courage and peace during these trying times.
Leslie
Since the day he met Sarah, Shaun had THE best human on his side, who showed him unwavering love and kindness from her incredible heart and soul.
Rest in light and peace, Shaun. ❤️🩹
Mike and Nicole Orton
Your genuine care and big heart is a loss to us all. Rest easy now Shaun. Our hearts are with you.
Amanda Grigg
Sarah my heart is breaking for you. I will not even begin to understand what you are going through. Please know you have my love and sympathy. Thinking of you during this absolutely devastating time.
David Henry
Rest in peace Shaun.
Sylvain Laramee
RIP.
Wendy Jacksie
I am so sorry for your loss Sarah. My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
CWO Shaun Prendergast
Deepest condolences to the family and friends of MCpl Shaun Orton. You were taken far too early.
You are gone but not forgotten. RIP Warrior
Shaun, you always made fun of my lack of actual experience, and then in your own gruff but kind way, showed me how not to mess up and how to be better. You spoke your heart, and didn't much mind what others thought of it as long as you knew it was right. You were the best of us. Rest well, brother.