Meet Our Friendly Staff

Our Team

Meet Our Friendly Staff

Compassionate Professionals Dedicated to Your Family

Caring Hearts Who Understand the Bond Between You and Your Pet

Troy Shealy

Founder & Veteran

Boxer - Paisley August

Troy dedicates his time to filling any gaps the Paws for Life team needs. As the founder of the business, he has followed his heart and taken instrumental industry advice from family, friends, and our Team of Preferred Partners to offer a truly unique experience for Central Ohio families dealing with pet loss. A graduate of Ohio State University and originally from Bucyrus, Ohio, Troy has strong ties to the Central Ohio area and is committed to providing an experience that exceeds your expectations.

Brooke Shealy

President

Boxer- Abigail Dazzling Diamond

Brooke handles and manages everything that keeps Paws for Life up and running. Having had pets from her early childhood in Bucyrus, Ohio she understands the impact our little buddies have on our daily lives. Residing in Westerville for over 25 years, she and her husband Troy have 2 children Avery, Ian and their precious little but ornery still at 10 years of age Boxer-Paisley August.

Preferred Partners

Brian Clary

Preferred Partner

Min Pin Mix- Katie Bell

Brian and Lorie Clary started Faithful Friends Pet Memory Center in February of 2007. The Faithful Friends team has been providing a place that offers a loving and respectful end to our faithful friends lives, along with personalized memorials and grief resources. Their entire team knows how special an animal can become in one’s heart.

As a trusted Preferred Partner, Brian and team assist Paws for Life with services needed outside of Greater Central Ohio, specifically in the Greater Cincinnati area, Indiana, and Kentucky .

Sean Hartwell

Preferred Partner

Cocker Spaniel- Muffin

Sean has been servicing families in the Greater Mansfield area for nearly 30 years for all their family funeral home needs. Sean is not only a trusted Paws for Life Preferred Partner but also a trusted Brother and Brother-in-Law.

Brad Brewer

Preferred Partner- LPCC-S, Professional Grief Counselor

Cat Rescue- Tango

At Paws for Life, we know losing a pet is deeply emotional. Whether a loyal dog, a finned friend, or a fascinating reptile, every pet leaves a lasting mark on our hearts.

Brad, a valued member of our Preferred Partner team, is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 15 years of experience in Central Ohio. With a background in psychology and mental health counseling, he specializes in grief support, trauma recovery, and life transitions.

"I strive to provide a compassionate, judgment-free space for healing. Pet loss can be profoundly painful, often resurfacing past grief. If you're carrying something heavy, I’m here to help you find relief."

Let us support you through this journey.

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