Mark A. Shaw, Jr., 36, of Canaan, NY, died in a motorcycle accident that occurred on July 27, 2017. He was the father of Myron Shaw and companion of Kimberly Gordon, both of Canaan, NY, and son of the late Pamela (Gerard) Travis, who died about a year ago.

Mark was a dedicated father. He was known for his engaging personality and infectious smile. He exemplified the meaning of being a “free spirit.”

In addition to his son and companion, he is survived by his father and step-mother, Mark and Amy Shaw of Rochester; sisters, Sarah Lewis-Smith of New Bedford and Megan Bolia and fiancé Alex Bodyul of Rochester; brothers, Travis Shaw and wife Ashley of Tiverton, RI, David Shaw and wife Meg of Rochester, and James Bolia of Rochester; grandmother, Ethel Shaw of Westport; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

His funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 5 in the Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 2599 Cranberry Hwy. (Route 28), Wareham, MA. Visiting hours are from noon to 12:45 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial is private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Amy E. Shaw, FBO (For Benefit of) Myron A Shaw, C/O Eastern Bank, 340 Front St. P.O. Box 517, Marion Ma. 02738.

For directions and online guestbook, visit: www.ccgfuneralhome.com