Eugene A. Shaw

eugene shaw

May 10, 1943 ~ April 9, 2025

Born in: Leadville, Colorado
Resided in: Broomfield, Colorado

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Eugene (Gene) Shaw was born in Leadville, CO and grew up in Denver, Iowa, Missouri and Thornton, CO. After graduation Gene joined the Navy where he served on the USS Ticonderoga from 1961-1965. In 1966 Gene married Linda Holtam. Gene and Linda lived in Chicago the first few years they were married where he worked as a mechanic on large, industrial equipment. In 1969 Gene and Linda moved back to Denver and he started applying for the Denver Police Department. Gene was honored to work for the Denver Police Department for 27 years. He loved his job. Gene worked patrol, SCAT, training officer, Assaults and retired as a Robbery Detective. Several years after retiring Gene and Linda sold their home in Littleton and lived full time in a fifth wheel trailer for nine years. It was a good life traveling and seeing our beautiful country. The past several years Gene and Linda have lived in Broomfield.

Gene was preceded in death by his son, Steven, who died in 1995 at age 15. Gene and Linda were involved for many years in support organizations for bereaved parents.

Gene is survived by his wife Linda, brothers and sisters, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and many friends who loved his big hugs.

Memorials may be made in Gene’s name to Presbyterian Church of Broomfield, 350 Main St, Broomfield, CO, 80020, or Denver Police Blue Hat Foundation, contact cdavis@bluehatfondation.org.

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Memorial Service: June 2, 2025 11:00 am

Presbyterian Church of Broomfield
350 Main Street
Broomfield, Colorado 80020

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Reception Following Service: June 2, 2025 12:00 pm

Presbyterian Church of Broomfield
350 Main Street
Broomfield, Colorado 80020

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  1. Gene was a good guy, a hard worker and good cop. I enjoyed working with him. He’ll be missed.

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  2. Gene Shaw was one of the best police officers I’ve ever known. Just smart. I regret not having seen him since he retired.

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  3. It was a true blessing to know Gene. A man of faith, kindness, compassion, and awesome hugs. I will miss him, with the blessed hope I will see him again one day. To Linda and the family, I pray for God’s strength and peace.

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  4. What a great police officer and friend. We worked together in the SCAT unit and what a caring individual.You will be missed dear friend

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  6. It was truly an honor to know and work with Gene on the DPD. He was a caring and compassionate person. RIP, my friend.

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  7. Gene & I worked together in the Robbery Unit. Gene was not only an excellent detective but a very compassionate person. Gene & Linda were there for Rhonda & I when we lost our son Patrick. We will never forget the comfort they gave to us.
    Because of the type of person Gene was, he has earned his place with God.
    Rest in Peace Gene.

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  8. I worked with Gene in District One. He was one of the most caring, conscientious, and professional officers that I’ve ever known. Gene had been through personal tragedies that none of us should have to endure. Yet he pushed on as a fine and honorable police officer. I’ll always remember him and treasure his friendship.

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  9. Gene was a good cop and also a great person. I was honored to know Gene and work with him at DPD District One. Gene will be missed.

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  10. I remember Gene from when I was a young Officer. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word.
    Rest in Peace Gene.

    Sgt Monica David-Vickery
    Denver PD

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  11. We miss seeing Gene in church. His smile was a treasure that he readily shared with everyone. About Gene, everyone who knew and shared life with him can say, “well done, good and faithful servant.” Linda and family, we are so sorry for your loss. May all the fun and wonderful memories you have with Gene, help you through this difficult time of grief. Bryan and Becci Crist.

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  12. I worked with Gene waaay back in the 80’s. I never worked with a more even keeled, decent, honest cop. God bless him.

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  13. Gene was such a kind and caring man. We had in common they we both lost a young son. A highlight in our friendship was he and Linda went on vacation with us to Hawaii. Also a fun train ride seeing the Aspen trees and Gene reminiscing about Leadville. Sending love and prayers to Linda.
    Tom and Marilyn Majors

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  14. Gene was a thoughtful, caring, loving guy who wore his feelings on his shirtsleeve. You never had to guess what Gene was thinking or feeling. 😉 Many years ago, when Gene was still a policeman, my wife had her purse stolen while at work. Gene saw the report come in and immediately called to see if Anna was OK. We got to know Gene and Linda well thru church and have remained good friends over the decades. You will be missed, Gene. The world is a better place because of your presence among us. May you rest in peace and rise in glory!

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  15. Gene and I joined DPD the same day July 1, 1970. He was always there to help. He made every task a fun event.

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  16. I got to know Gene through my years on the job. Gene was a great man, who I had a lot of respect for. I even got Gene and his son to join us at Chatfield Reservoir for some boating and jet skiing. Gene it was a honor to have known you.

    I am sorry I will not be able to make it to your memorial service. RIP

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