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Wilbur Shaw Obituary

WINDSOR Wilbur J. Shaw, 78, died Wednesday, March 12, 2008, at Pleasant Acres Nursing Home. He was the husband of Margaret C. (Grove) Shaw to whom he was married 57 years. The funeral service will begin at 10 a.m. Monday at Windsor Church of God, 1145 Manor Road, Windsor, with Pastor Anthony Zumbo officiating. Burial will be in Windsor Church of God Cemetery. A viewing will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday at the church. Arrangements are by the Austin H. Eberly Funeral Home, Inc., 104 W. Main St., Dallastown. Mr. Shaw was born November 26, 1929, in Windsor Twp., the son of the late Frederick and Mary (Miller) Shaw. He was a lifelong member of Windsor Church of God. Mr. Shaw was a graduate of Red Lion High School. He had been employed as a manager for Pennsylvania Perlite for many years prior to his retirement. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Mary Ott; sons, Anthony Shaw and his wife, Rhonda, and Keith Shaw and his wife, Tina; brother, Frederick Shaw; and sisters, Fern Maugans and Janet Leiphart. Wilbur will be missed by his two granddaughters, two grandsons, and a greatgrandson. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Sharon; and a sister, Gloria Stumpf. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Windsor Church of God, 1145 Manor Road, Windsor, PA 16366. Mr. Shaw's family would like to thank the 4th floor staff for the love and care given to Wilbur during his stay at Pleasant Acres.

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Published by York Daily Record on Mar. 14, 2008.

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Shirley and Jim Herbst

March 22, 2008

Margaret and family, we extend our sympathy in the loss of Wilbur. I know he will be greatly missed. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Rich Oliver

March 18, 2008

Rhonda and Chelsy,

I just wanted to let you know that I am sorry to hear about your loss, and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Respectfully,

Rich

Waynetta & Curvin

March 17, 2008

Margaret,
We are so sorry for your loss. Wilbur was a very gentle and loving man. He will be missed by all. Our hearts go out to you and the whole family. We pray that God will give you strength as you walk thru the healing process. Love & Prayers to all.

Lori Witmyer

March 14, 2008

To Shaw Family,
I would like to express my deep sympathy over the loss of Wilbur. I only knew him for a short time. He enjoyed listening about angels in this book that I read to him. Now, he is finally an angel.

Carol Hilt

March 14, 2008

So,sorry to hear about Wilbur, my prayers go out to you and your family Gertie's daughter, Carol. Remember the Easter Bunny. God be with you.

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