Shad Michael Soto, 45, of Apopka, Florida passed away on July 22, 2023. Shad was born on September 28, 1977 in Fort Myers, Florida. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Joseph Schneider and paternal grandfather Robert L. Soto. He is survived by his adoring parents Robert and Linda Soto; second parents Judy and Dennis; maternal grandmother Loraine Schneider; paternal grandmother Edna Soto; siblings Teresa (Paul) Philpotts as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, loved ones and friends. He was adored by so many and will be dearly missed. He made everyone around him a better person-we should all strive to be like him.
A celebration of life in Shad’s honor will be held at a later date.
Service
Celebration of Life
Bahia Shriners Club
3101 E Semoran Blvd, Apopka, FL 32703
Saturday, September 2, 2023
12:00pm
This heritage started 67 years ago with Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, who founded the First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach, Florida, in 1934. In 1938 Francis E. Loomis, son of Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, received his license to practice Mortuary Science and in 1941 established Loomis Funeral Home of Winter Garden, FL. 
420 W Main St
Apopka, FL 32712-3452
Bonnie Roark Stout says
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathie Cohil says
Deepest Sympathy. Will miss our precious hugs he loved to pass out.He was such a Sweetheart and he always brightened our day when we knew he was coming to office. He will be truly missed
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Kathie Cohil
Patricia Greenwell Turner (Ken) says
Ken and I send our heartfelt condolences to Shad’s family,friends and all who love him. We don’t meet people by accident. They are meant to cross your path for a reason. Our path with Shad was short. However, I will thank God everyday for Shad. His heart will remain in the Greenwell and Turner home forever. Rest In Paradise Sweet Shad🙏🙏
Rebecca R Rodriguez says
Our thoughts, Love and Prayers are totally with this Family that we Love as our own. Shad will always be in our hearts! He was Loved by all that ever knew him.
The Rodriguez Family.
Sharon Dayhoff, (his dental hygienist) says
I feel privileged to have known Shad. He was the most kind, loving, forgiving (he had a lot to forgive me for over the years!) person I’ve known. I’ll miss his joy, his hugs, smiles and stories! Heaven has gained an angel, for certain.
Mary Reilly says
Shad,
Where do I even begin? Your beautiful spirit has been a bright light for so many and you will continue to leave that impact for always. I always told your Mom God hand-picked her to be your Mother and she felt she was the very lucky one to have been blessed with you–it was a beautiful match!! Her love and devotion to you are second to none–all of your family truly cherished and loved the joy you brought to them daily. You survived so many challenges in your life always with a positive attitude and were grateful for every new day. We should all be so wise! You will always have a special place in the lives you have touched; stay in peace knowing the love you experienced in your life is priceless and never-ending! You were and will always be loved unconditionally!