James Michael "Big Mike" Shaw Sr.

James Michael Shaw, Sr., affectionately known as “Big Mike,” Age 69, of West Nashville, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Ola Shaw, and his brother, Bobby Shaw.

Mike is survived by loving wife of 49 years, Brenda Hendrickson Shaw; his sons, James Michael Shaw, Jr. “Little Mike” (Erica), and Joshua C. Shaw; grandchildren, Chandler (Molly) Shaw, Olivia (Mikey Fuller), Layla E. Shaw, Laynee Shaw; great granddaughter, Haven Shaw and great grandson, Harley Shaw; his brothers, William Frank (Deanna) Shaw, Ed Shaw, Tommy Shaw, Bill Shaw, Tim Shaw; his sisters, Judy (Randy) Demumbra, Cheryl (Donnie) Mangrum, and Teresa (Walter) Harrell; and a host of extended family members and friends.

Mike dedicated many years of service to the City of Metro before retiring. He later continued his work with Red River Waste Solutions. He had a passion for driving and enjoyed taking road trips whenever he could. Mike attended Richland Free Will Baptist Church and was known for his love of family, his hardworking spirit, and his kind heart.

Above all, Mike cherished the time he spent with those he loved. His devotion to family and friends will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Western Hills Church, located at 7565 Charlotte Pike, with Dr. Stanley Outlaw officiating. Interment will follow at Harpeth Hills Memory Gardens. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

The family will receive visitors on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., and again on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m., all at Western Hills Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Special Olympics in Mike’s memory.

Arrangements in the care of Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services, 6949 Charlotte Pike, Suite 104 (615) 857-9955. We are proud to be West Nashville & Bellevue’s only locally owned and operated burial & cremation provider.