Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee
9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Sunday 8/25,
1:00 pm - 3:45 pm
Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee
9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Monday 8/26,
12:00 pm - 2:15 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee
9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Sunday 8/25,
4:00 pm
Memorial
The family requests monetary donations to benefit a scholarship that is being created in Shaylin’s name.
Shaylin Crosby was born on June 27, 2003 to April Behounek and Guy Crosby in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Shaylin graduated from Rufus King High School and attended Columbia College in Chicago. Shaylin was a self taught musician playing the piano and guitar which made her a triple threat as she also sang. She worked as aContinue Reading
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Shaylin Crosby was born on June 27, 2003 to April Behounek and Guy Crosby in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Shaylin graduated from Rufus King High School and attended Columbia College in Chicago. Shaylin was a self taught musician playing the piano and guitar which made her a triple threat as she also sang. She worked as a swim instructor and a lifeguard at the YMCA while pursuing her certification as an EMT At an early age Shaylin’s mission in life was to care for others. During the George Floyd protests Shaylin not only went to fight for justice but she also brought along her first aid kit and lifesaving skills to be able to help others. Shaylin is the youngest of her six siblings. She leaves behind her brother Brian Clayton and brothers Gavin, Christopher, and Myles Crosby as well as her older sister Anastasia Crosby.
Shaylin was a joy to be around and a guiding light for so many.
When the river of tears subsides Shaylin will live on forever.
Visitation will be held Sunday, August 25, 2024 at Krause Funeral Home, 9000 West Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, Wisconsin from 1:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Service to follow at 4:00 PM.
A Final Goodbye will be Monday, August 26, 2024 from 12:00 PM – 2:15 PM, followed by a procession to Graceland Cemetery.
A Repass will take place Monday, August 26, 2024 from 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM at the H.L. Palmer Masonic Lodge, 4315 North 92 Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53222
The family requests monetary donations to benefit a scholarship in Shaylin’s name:
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The Chippewa Falls YMCA family
left a message on August 23, 2024:
"Shaylin Significance Crosby" brought so many gifts to our life. We will never forget her! She was a bright light gone too soon.
Shaylin's Aquatics Family at The Chippewa Falls YMCA
left a message on August 23, 2024:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Delaney Jones
left a message on August 25, 2024:
Shaylin I worked at summer camp together in 2022. I made a lot of good memories with her when we lived in the same cabin, including her rescuing a frog from the portapotty, raiding the kitchen for ice cream at night, and the two of us plus two other camp staff all climbing into a top bunk bed to sit and talk (and hoping we wouldn’t tip the bunk beds over!!). She was always kind and ready to do something fun, and I know she will be missed by so many.
Gay L. Dukes-Avery
left a message on August 25, 2024:
My condolences and prayers for your family. I going to miss Shaylin riding with us. She was such a sweet, respectful, kind, and loving young lady. Rest well, Shaylin!
Sonji Mosley
left a message on August 25, 2024:
A girl never forgets one of her first best friends<3 from the moment I met Shaylin in 5th grade she has always been an amazing person. you all will forever be in my heart.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Eiliya S
left a message on August 25, 2024:
I am so grateful to have ever been able to call you my friend; Warmest condolences from myself and my parents. I love you, Shaylin 3
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Shaylin Crosby . Plant a Tree
Team Mertes
left a message on August 23, 2024:
Our deepest condolences and thoughts to you during this difficult time. Love,Kim, Sam, Melissa, Laura, Ehlana, Jamie, and Lily
Days of Sunshine Bouquet was purchased for the family of Shaylin Crosby by Team Mertes. Send Flowers
Chris, Cindi, Tom, Randy, Dan, Tim Banes and families
left a message on August 22, 2024:
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Small Garden Dish was purchased for the family of Shaylin Crosby by Chris, Cindi, Tom, Randy, Dan, Tim Banes and families. Send Flowers
Diane Flagg
left a message on August 22, 2024:
I cannot express the sorrow that I felt when hearing the loss of such a beautiful person. We have loss a warrior who was determined to help people and the community. I was part of her life, as she grew up from a little girl on my block and she became best friend to my granddaughter. She went to Golda Meir Middle School where I worked, and she was known as a bright upcoming leader. She will be missed dearly. Rest In Peace Shaylen.
Vokovans
left a message on August 22, 2024:
Shaylin was an amazing swimming teacher for our daughter! They had fun learning the art of swimming together. Shaylin will be missed! Our deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time.
The girls and families
left a message on August 22, 2024:
Shaylin will always have a place in our "family." Love always, Mikki, Tony, Mikayla, Kris, Amy, Blake, Jan, Jennifer, Bob, Alex, Donna, Sara & Bo
Yellow Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Shaylin Crosby by The girls and families. Send Flowers
Sandy Szymkowski
left a message on August 21, 2024:
As a fellow alumni Staff member of Camp Alice Chester, I mourn the loss of a fellow staff member!! My deepest sympathies to family and fellow Alice Chester Family members!!
Sarah Larson
left a message on August 21, 2024:
I was Shaylin's EMT instructor at CVTC. She absolutely blossomed in my class. Her patient care was amazing, and she was a phenomenal student. Shaylin was not only an outstanding EMT but she was so very helpful to all the students. We can all learn so much from Shaylin and her kindness. You will be so very missed by so many.
Paula Bynum
left a message on August 21, 2024:
Sorry for your loss. God Bless You and your family.
Thalia
left a message on August 20, 2024:
Shay was my best friend. I don’t know how to feel right now, but I know she will want me to be happy spending time with her and her family almost every day of my life is one of the greatest things I could ever have. I’m so happy I can call you my best friend. LLS
Anonymous
left a message on August 20, 2024:
My heart just aches for all of you. She will be missed Love Jean
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Shaylin Crosby . Plant a Tree
Holly Gulseth
left a message on August 20, 2024:
To the girl who wrote a song called “emerald”, i hope you’re in a place that doesn’t undermine your beautiful glow. These messages are often started with “it’s hard to see them go”, and as cliche as it is, that statement is the only sentence that can fully explain the true extent of shaylin presence. Shaylin had such a warm heart and a gentle soul. Her energy radiated a room, and her brilliance only encouraged one to achieve that level of knowledge. Her beautiful singing voice was so captivating and calm all you could do was just listen and admire her. Saying that I miss her is an understatement; my heart feels as though it sinks each time i say her name. I hope her family and loved ones know that Shaylin is the one person that never deserved to go. She had too much she wanted to achieve. I hope that there is an EMT school waiting for her, and an emerald microphone engraved with her name so everyone can hear her angelic voice.
Miko
left a message on August 19, 2024:
Hope the Angel's know what they have. Another wonderful vibarant Angel.
Rest In Paradise .. 💜✨☀💨🌊🙏💐
Walter Greer
left a message on August 19, 2024:
Shaylin You were my best friend growing up I miss and love you dearly it breaks my heart a thousand pieces seeing you’ve left this earth I will always remember the times we shared with your dad, mom, and Myles I remember you wanted to bury a time capsule and we did just that but dug it up two days later now I’m wishing we hadn’t done that but instead let time pass by to actually go back and look at those memories and great friendship we shared you were my first best friend & always will be. - Walter
The Senter Family (Bill and Tammy)
left a message on August 19, 2024:
I only met Shaylin a few times and my first impression of her was that she was such a loving young woman and mature spirit. She always had a smile and was so polite to my family. She was taken from this earth way too early but I am sure is enjoying heaven with my mother Ginny Senter (perhaps they are having tea and lunch just like in the pic when we were all together in Glendale AZ). Fly high Shaylin and soar like the eagles. Regards and blessings from Tammy and Bill Senter
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Mya
left a message on August 19, 2024:
Thank you for being one of my greatest friends. I love and miss you so much. I’ll sing for you forever and ever.
Makaila, Garret, and Bradley
left a message on August 19, 2024:
We love you more than you know.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Shaylin Crosby . Plant a Tree
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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The Chippewa Falls YMCA family
left a message on August 23, 2024:
"Shaylin Significance Crosby" brought so many gifts to our life. We will never forget her! She was a bright light gone too soon.
Shaylin's Aquatics Family at The Chippewa Falls YMCA
left a message on August 23, 2024:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Delaney Jones
left a message on August 25, 2024:
Shaylin I worked at summer camp together in 2022. I made a lot of good memories with her when we lived in the same cabin, including her rescuing a frog from the portapotty, raiding the kitchen for ice cream at night, and the two of us plus two other camp staff all climbing into a top bunk bed to sit and talk (and hoping we wouldn’t tip the bunk beds over!!). She was always kind and ready to do something fun, and I know she will be missed by so many.
Gay L. Dukes-Avery
left a message on August 25, 2024:
My condolences and prayers for your family. I going to miss Shaylin riding with us. She was such a sweet, respectful, kind, and loving young lady. Rest well, Shaylin!
Sonji Mosley
left a message on August 25, 2024:
A girl never forgets one of her first best friends<3 from the moment I met Shaylin in 5th grade she has always been an amazing person. you all will forever be in my heart.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Eiliya S
left a message on August 25, 2024:
I am so grateful to have ever been able to call you my friend; Warmest condolences from myself and my parents. I love you, Shaylin 3
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Shaylin Crosby . Plant a Tree
Team Mertes
left a message on August 23, 2024:
Our deepest condolences and thoughts to you during this difficult time. Love,Kim, Sam, Melissa, Laura, Ehlana, Jamie, and Lily
Days of Sunshine Bouquet was purchased for the family of Shaylin Crosby by Team Mertes. Send Flowers
Chris, Cindi, Tom, Randy, Dan, Tim Banes and families
left a message on August 22, 2024:
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Small Garden Dish was purchased for the family of Shaylin Crosby by Chris, Cindi, Tom, Randy, Dan, Tim Banes and families. Send Flowers
Diane Flagg
left a message on August 22, 2024:
I cannot express the sorrow that I felt when hearing the loss of such a beautiful person. We have loss a warrior who was determined to help people and the community. I was part of her life, as she grew up from a little girl on my block and she became best friend to my granddaughter. She went to Golda Meir Middle School where I worked, and she was known as a bright upcoming leader. She will be missed dearly. Rest In Peace Shaylen.
Vokovans
left a message on August 22, 2024:
Shaylin was an amazing swimming teacher for our daughter! They had fun learning the art of swimming together. Shaylin will be missed! Our deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time.
The girls and families
left a message on August 22, 2024:
Shaylin will always have a place in our "family." Love always, Mikki, Tony, Mikayla, Kris, Amy, Blake, Jan, Jennifer, Bob, Alex, Donna, Sara & Bo
Yellow Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Shaylin Crosby by The girls and families. Send Flowers
Sandy Szymkowski
left a message on August 21, 2024:
As a fellow alumni Staff member of Camp Alice Chester, I mourn the loss of a fellow staff member!! My deepest sympathies to family and fellow Alice Chester Family members!!
Sarah Larson
left a message on August 21, 2024:
I was Shaylin's EMT instructor at CVTC. She absolutely blossomed in my class. Her patient care was amazing, and she was a phenomenal student. Shaylin was not only an outstanding EMT but she was so very helpful to all the students. We can all learn so much from Shaylin and her kindness. You will be so very missed by so many.
Paula Bynum
left a message on August 21, 2024:
Sorry for your loss. God Bless You and your family.
Thalia
left a message on August 20, 2024:
Shay was my best friend. I don’t know how to feel right now, but I know she will want me to be happy spending time with her and her family almost every day of my life is one of the greatest things I could ever have. I’m so happy I can call you my best friend. LLS
Anonymous
left a message on August 20, 2024:
My heart just aches for all of you. She will be missed Love Jean
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Shaylin Crosby . Plant a Tree
Holly Gulseth
left a message on August 20, 2024:
To the girl who wrote a song called “emerald”, i hope you’re in a place that doesn’t undermine your beautiful glow. These messages are often started with “it’s hard to see them go”, and as cliche as it is, that statement is the only sentence that can fully explain the true extent of shaylin presence. Shaylin had such a warm heart and a gentle soul. Her energy radiated a room, and her brilliance only encouraged one to achieve that level of knowledge. Her beautiful singing voice was so captivating and calm all you could do was just listen and admire her. Saying that I miss her is an understatement; my heart feels as though it sinks each time i say her name. I hope her family and loved ones know that Shaylin is the one person that never deserved to go. She had too much she wanted to achieve. I hope that there is an EMT school waiting for her, and an emerald microphone engraved with her name so everyone can hear her angelic voice.
Miko
left a message on August 19, 2024:
Hope the Angel's know what they have. Another wonderful vibarant Angel.
Rest In Paradise .. 💜✨☀💨🌊🙏💐
Walter Greer
left a message on August 19, 2024:
Shaylin You were my best friend growing up I miss and love you dearly it breaks my heart a thousand pieces seeing you’ve left this earth I will always remember the times we shared with your dad, mom, and Myles I remember you wanted to bury a time capsule and we did just that but dug it up two days later now I’m wishing we hadn’t done that but instead let time pass by to actually go back and look at those memories and great friendship we shared you were my first best friend & always will be. - Walter
The Senter Family (Bill and Tammy)
left a message on August 19, 2024:
I only met Shaylin a few times and my first impression of her was that she was such a loving young woman and mature spirit. She always had a smile and was so polite to my family. She was taken from this earth way too early but I am sure is enjoying heaven with my mother Ginny Senter (perhaps they are having tea and lunch just like in the pic when we were all together in Glendale AZ). Fly high Shaylin and soar like the eagles. Regards and blessings from Tammy and Bill Senter
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Mya
left a message on August 19, 2024:
Thank you for being one of my greatest friends. I love and miss you so much. I’ll sing for you forever and ever.
Makaila, Garret, and Bradley
left a message on August 19, 2024:
We love you more than you know.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Shaylin Crosby . Plant a Tree
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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