Shaun P. Iske, 54, Everly

Shaun Patrick Iske was born Jan. 30, 1970, in Denver, Colo., to Jim Beasley and Jean Tennant. Shaun loved anything that had wheels, even as a young child. He would steal his Aunt Kristi’s ride-on Corvette to play on any chance he got, and had gotten into motorcycles by high school. Throughout his childhood he had a very special bond with his Grandpa Don and Grandma Joyce.

Shaun graduated from Everly High School in 1988, his mom in 1973 and later his son, Skylar, in 2015. Shaun and Debi welcomed their son in November of 1996 and later united in marriage in March 2003. Together they bought The Ranch for the first time in that same year.

The Ranch held a special place in Shaun’s heart during his childhood. It was owned and operated by his grandparents for many years. He was proud to keep many of the original traditions and operations, while perfecting his own. Shaun’s customers knew him for his Friday and Saturday steak nights, his witty sense of humor and always having a bottle of Diet Mountain Dew in his hand. Shaun owned and operated both The Ranch and The Quik Spot in Everly, making many lifelong friends along the way. He also supported the city through his role on the city council for many years, kindly known as “Mr. Everly” to many.

When he wasn’t at the bar or the store, Shaun enjoyed cheering on the Dallas Cowboys and Iowa Hawkeyes. He loved taking a ride on the bike with Jenny, side-by-side adventures with his friends, playing pool league on Thursday nights and darts on Sundays. Shaun had a love for classic cars and trucks, and was always buying and selling. He even permanently installed one at The Ranch. He enjoyed golfing, hunting and baseball. Shaun loved to stay busy.

Shaun passed from this life on Monday, July 8, 2024, at the age of 54. His mother, Jean Tennant; stepfather, Grover Reiser; and both sets of grandparents preceded him in death.

Left to cherish his memory are his only child, Skylar (Katey) Iske; sister, Toni (Cory) Sonner; brother, Paul Iske; his dad, Jim (Sherri) Beasley; Beasley siblings: Nichole (Ben) Vanesselberg, Jimmy (Tiffany) Beasley and Tiffany Crossnoe; fiancé, Jenny Spencer; her children: Isaiah, Jada and Kailee; stepdad, John Iske; ex-wife, Debi Iske; aunts and uncles: Donna (Delbert) Struve, Kristi (Steve) Wilson, David (Linda) Tennant and Steven Tennant; his Ranch family; and many other beloved friends and family.

A memorial service was held Monday, July 15, 2024, at the Warner Funeral Home in Everly. Warner Funeral home assisted with the arrangements.