He was born October 4, 1940 in Abilene, Texas to Charles Chillion Daniel and Mary Frances Miller Daniel. His mother later married Howard Dewey McShan who adopted Pat in 1945 and changed his name to Pat Allen McShan.
He grew up watching his grandparents operate the Colorado City Drug Co., which later inspired him to get into the wholesale drug business. He spent his childhood hanging out at the drug store and told frequent stories of learning to be a “soda jerk.” This was only the beginning of various odd-jobs. He learned the value of hard work through beginning his extensive resume at the age of 8. After his family settled in Denver City, Texas, Pat began the eighth grade where he met many of his lifelong friends, including his wife, Nancy (Nan) Weatherred. Those who knew them recognized their everlasting love that started sophomore year of high school. They were married right after graduation. In 1960, they welcomed their first-born daughter, Kari McShan. While preparing for college, he worked part time for Southwestern Drug as a warehouseman. During that time, he attended West Texas Barber College and became a licensed master barber. Working 30 hours a week at a busy barber shop in Amarillo, he still finished his BBA degree in marketing at West Texas State University on time. His perseverance and determination for success earned him a scholarship award from the Panhandle Purchasing Association, and he was a life member of Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Businesses Fraternity. In 1965, Pat and Nan welcomed their youngest, Scott McShan. His maintained relationship with the Southwestern Drug Co. management during college, and his continued interest from childhood allowed for further success as he worked his way up to his position as Sales Manager based in Waco, Texas. He was only 28 years old, the youngest to ever hold that position. After four years, he surprised the corporate management by leaving the company and joining the tractor business in Conroe, Texas. Pat and his longtime friend, Mike McLemore formed Conroe Ford Tractor which was later renamed Allied Power Mart. Their wives, Nan and Patsy had been friends since the first grade back in Denver City. The loyalty to his friendships was easy to see. They were very successful for 29 years winning many awards and trips, which led to later traveling the world and experiencing numerous cultures. He and Nan had the joy of sharing their days together. Later in his life, he was happy to reconnect with his half-sister, Jill Weems. He overcame obstacles throughout his life which shaped him to be a caring father and role model to his children. His legacy as a loving and supportive grandfather will live on with his five grandchildren who he treasured dearly.
Pat was a lifetime member of the Montgomery County Fair Association, past Campaign Chairman and President of Montgomery County United Way. He was a member of the Conroe Chamber of Commerce, Methodist Church, Lion’s club and Conroe Tiger Booster club. He was president of the National Dealers’ Council for Kubota tractors.
Pat retired at age 60. He loved every day of retirement to the waterfront home he and Nan had built on Lake Conroe. He spent some of his time researching his family’s lineage and was able to trace back his ancestry to 1000 A.D.. His greatest joy was his family and providing them with the necessary tools for a meaningful life. He maintained strong, Christian values throughout his life. He will be missed tremendously by all who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Frances Miller McShan, father, Charles Chillion Daniel and step-father, Howard Dewey McShan. He is survived by his wife, Nan McShan, brother, Marc McShan, sister Jill Weems, sisters-in-law Marje McConnell and Nelda Walker, daughter, Kari McShan, son, Scott McShan and his wife Vicki, and five grandchildren, Kylie, Dylan and wife Laura, Jake, Maci, and Abby. Nieces: Lindsay Williams, Lauren Brunson, Jessica Baker, Nephew: Matt McShan and their families as well as many loving cousins and special friends.
Memorial Services will be conducted at First Methodist Conroe by Reverend Janet Stillwell on Monday, February 22, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Covid safety procedures will be followed. If so inclined, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Methodist Conroe Church at 4308 West Davis St. Conroe, Texas 77304.
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