A family-man at heart, Shad Thyrion was known by everyone in his local community as a ‘kind and compassionate person’.
Living with his mum, Tara Pakanich, in the quaint town of Green Bay, Wisconsin, Shad worked with his father and grandfather in the family business.
Even though his parents were divorced, this never stopped Shad from wanting to find love.
Although Shad spent most of his time practising wood carving, with his family describing him as a ‘talented artist’, he was often seen socialising with his friends.
And just like Shad, many of his friends still lived in Green Bay.
Including his former classmate, Taylor Schabusiness, 25.
Having attended middle school together, Shad and Taylor knew of each other, but had nevercrossed paths before.