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A man of simple joys, Shawn found happiness in sharing moments with his family, whether it was a sunny day at the lake or a quiet evening watching old movies with his boys.

Mr. Shawn Curtis Zerges passed away peacefully on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the age of 53. Born on October 3, 1973, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Shawn was the cherished son of the late Arthur Stanley Zerges and Joyce June Parks Zerges.

Shawn dedicated himself to his role as an IT Specialist at Turano Georgia Bread, LLC, where his technical skills and keen problem-solving ability made a lasting impact on those around him. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Shawn was a loving husband and father.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Alyssa Hale Zerges; their beloved sons, Brantley and Alexander Zerges; his only brother, Todd Zerges; his nephew, Andy Zerges; and his loving aunt, Donna Wells.

A man of simple joys, Shawn found happiness in sharing moments with his family, whether it was a sunny day at the lake or a quiet evening watching old movies with his boys. His gentle spirit and unwavering support will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved him.

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We remember a man who brought laughter, love, and light into our lives.

To honor Shawn's life and the love he shared, a graveside service will be held at West Georgia Memorial Park on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

As we bid farewell to Shawn, we remember a man who brought laughter, love, and light into our lives. His legacy will live on through the many lives he touched.

Messages of condolence may be shared with the family at www.martin-hightower.com. Martin & Hightower Funeral Home is honored to serve the Zerges family.