James Byron Shaw died in his home, Sunday, October 21st, at 11:10 p.m.

"Jim" was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 22, 1921.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Naomi Beatrice Shaw, 3 sons, James Leon of Sebastian, FL, Michael Robert of Pompano Beach, FL, and John Barry of Louisville, KY, one daughter, Margaret Jane Shaw of Seattle, WA, as well as 5 grandsons, 7 granddaughters, and 17 great-grandchildren.

Mr. Shaw served in the Army during WWII where he was decorated with the Medal of Valor, Silver Star, Bronze Star and 2 Purple Hearts along with various other service ribbons. He retired in 1972 after serving in active duty reserves as a Master Sargeant.

After the war he became employed with Monon Railroad (later named the L & N) where he retired as an engineer in 1982. He was a 32 degree mason with the F & AM #511 out of West Lafayette.

He was a dedicated and loving husband and family man and a friend to all who knew him.

Visitation will be 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 27, 2007 at Porter Funeral Home, North Salem with services immediately following.

Interment will be at the Fairview Cemetery in North Salem following the service.

Contributions may be made to the Masonic Home, 690 State Street, Franklin, IN 46131

Online condolences may be made at www.robertporterfuneralhome.com