Schiconey D. Shane, 69, of LaPorte, died peacefully at 2:30 p.m. Monday, June 10, 2013, in his home.
He was born Sept. 5, 1943, in Harlem, NY, to Alfred and Benita Alicia.
Schiconey was a retired professional photographer. He had photographed memorable events such as the anti-Vietnam demonstration march in Washington, D.C., and Woodstock, where he captured images of Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin. Schiconey was a lucky individual who partied with Jimi Hendrix and dated Mama Cass Elliot from The Mamas & The Papas. He also loved boxing and was a 9th degree black belt in karate.
Surviving are his partner of 35 years, Birdie Elder; one stepdaughter, Sandy (Terry) Cauffman; and step-grandchildren, Zachary, Randall, Randa, Joey and several others.
There will be no services. Cremation will take place. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family c/o Lakeview Funeral Home, 247 W. Johnson Rd., LaPorte, IN 46350.
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