Shaun P. McCallum

Shaun P. McCallum, 53, of Springfield, PA passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026 after a long struggle with the effects of Huntington’s Disease.

Shaun was the son of Charles A. and the late Maureen B. (Madden) McCallum and was born in Media, PA. He graduated from St. Francis of Assisi grade school, Cardinal O'Hara High School and Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Business, and had a successful career as an executive recruiter.

While growing up Shaun participated in various activities, going on camping trips with the Cub Scouts and playing football for St. Francis and O’Hara.  Shaun was an avid PSU football fan and enjoyed watching all Philadelphia sports teams, especially the Eagles.

Shaun was an active and generous supporter of the research efforts to find a cure for Huntington’s Disease.  

He had many lifelong friends from the neighborhood, St. Francis grade school, high school and college.  Shaun loved his family and was so proud of his nieces and nephews.  

He is survived by his parents Charles A. and Elizabeth G. McCallum; Brothers Cullen B. (Jaimme), Jared M. (Katherine), Ryan E. and sister Colleen B. (Nicholas) Paytas; He was a loving Uncle to Isabelle, Nicholas, Aiden, Luke, Alyssa, Kendall and Jocelyn. He is predeceased by his mother and other relatives devastated by Huntington’s Disease. 

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing on February 25, 2026 9am St. Francis of Assisi Church, 136 Saxer Ave. Springfield PA, 19064, and to his Funeral Mass Wednesday, 11am in the Church. Int. SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery. 

Contributions in Shaun’s memory can be made to: PhillyCureHD, 2815 Edge Hill Rd, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 or https://www.mygiving.net/donate/Support-Philly-Cure-HD-Now