SMSgt Kyle's Obituary
SMSgt Kyle J. Shearin came into this world in April of 1983, yearning for happiness and love. He thrived on learning and always thought his ability to be a good person and leader was out of his grasp, but it wasn't. He would set his mind on a goal and would not stop until it was achieved. He was a wise man and put thought into everything he took hold of. He was kindhearted, always enjoyed a good story, and felt a debate was fitting for most conversations. At 2 years of age, Kyle was strapped to his mom on the motorcycle, which created a lifelong passion of riding.
At 18, Kyle joined the Montana Air National Guard. He found his inner self nourished in unimaginable ways, serving for over 22 years, and ended with the 120th Airlift Wing, 120th Medical Group, Great Falls, Montana. SMSgt Shearin graduated from the Aircraft Armament Systems Apprentice Course in March 2003, and then worked within that career field until 2013. He later served as the full time Public Health Technician and Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge. His day to day duties were many, including Wing Public Health operations, Deployment and Redeployment Health Assessment Programs, Wing Individual Medical Readiness Management, Medical Employee Health, the Public Health Emergency Officer-Point of Contact, Anti-Terrorism Working Group member, and the Medical Group Morale Officer. SMSgt Shearin engaged in unit activities and training events within the state, nation, and internationally. As an Aircraft Armament Specialist, MSgt Shearin voluntarily deployed overseas to Balad Air Force Base, Iraq, in 2004 and 2008 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
SMSgt Shearin attended school in Great Falls, graduating from Charles M. Russell, in May 2001. He studied at both Montana State University-Great Falls with a concentration in Accounting and Waldorf College to complete the requirements for a Community College of the Air Force degree in Aircraft Armament Systems Technology and Public Health. He was awarded many medals and decorations during his military career, which he was proud of, but not openly shared.
Kyle always had a love for sports. He thought he played ball like Michael Jordan, and he fell in love with the Cubs at a mere 5 years old when he went to Wrigley Field with four generations of men. He stood strong for his Cubs team regardless of their success, or lack thereof. He had a passion for life, he loved golf and bowling with friends, baseball in the summer, going to the horse races and camping, but most of all, game nights with his family. His laugh, sarcasm, and witty jokes were contagious and lighthearted.
Kyle, of most things, had a love for his entire family, far and wide. He learned to live freely when he met his wife Precious. Karaoke and dancing in the living room, singing at the top of his lungs with his daughter, son, and family became a weekend ritual. He was loved dearly by his nieces and nephews, and Uncle Kyle was always fun and had a treat to share. One of Kyle's passions was food, and there wasn't a recipe out there he couldn't mess up, or a pie he couldn't drop, but he always kept on trying, and was open to sharing his masterful meal creations for any willing soul. The most endearing part of Kyle was the love he had for his children. Bantering and showing his comedic character with his son and singing while braiding his baby girl's hair or allowing her to paint his toenails, demonstrated the love they brought him. His heart was full and soft, and smile wide, when he was near them. He was his son's most beloved supporter, his daughter's strongest accomplice, and nothing compared to the bond they shared. When Kyle loved, he loved deeply and passionately. The pain he felt with the loss of his Grandpa Dave, confidant and friend, never healed with a void ever present. Later in life, Kyle reached out to his biological grandparents, and learned of three siblings. From there, he followed through with his dream of meeting them all. Kyle so wished to be a part of their life to make up for years missed. Sadly, these relationships did not have enough time to flourish. Kyle peacefully passed away while napping at his home, which was his favorite past time.
SMSgt Shearin was preceded in death by too many he loved. He is survived by his wife, Precious; mother, Tensina (Mike) Smith; father, John Shearin; children, Parker and Londyn Shearin; along with siblings, nieces, and nephews, Andrea and Razzie Shearin, Jennifer (Ryder, Emry, and Rowan) Enright, Samual Shearin, and Caitlin (Kevin, Evy, Aemon, Cooper, Emma, Brianna, Faith, and Sullivan) Bray, Nikita Lorenzen, Rebecca and Joey Reed; stepfather Paul Frenick; and family; extended family in Florida with Grandpa Shearin, and his new family, Precious' parents, Lalaine Dedicatoria and Albert Librojo; and siblings, Ailyzha, Loula, and Ailaine Librojo.
Kyle, you weren't meant to leave us early. We will cry missing you and laugh thinking of you. You will be in our hearts and by our sides forever, and our lives will never be the same without you. You often put the needs of others before your own, and we hope the peace inside you so longed for was found, and you are smiling unselfishly and without hesitation as you stand with your grandparents, looking down on us all as you continue to shake your head. Your life and love will be missed by many, and all those you touched so deeply in life and career. You never felt it, but you were always, and will always, be enough. You were a blessed Son, Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Friend, Leader, and Mentor, and one day, we will all be reunited.
The last public post Kyle shared was, "Have you talked to God today? I admit that I am deficient in this area, but when I do, I always feel infinitely better."
A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at O’Connor Memorial Chapel.
