Frederick L. Shively

1945 - 2020

Frederick L. Shively

Frederick Lee Shively, age 75, of Perry Township passed away on Dec. 18, 2020. Born in Canton on Nov. 12, 1945 to the late Frederick and Olive Shively, he was a 1963 graduate of Glenwood High School. He was also a graduate of Malone College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in English while managing the college bookstore. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserve. He managed retail bookstores before transitioning to grocery store management for the remainder of his career. In his retirement years, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kathleen (Nesbitt) Shively, to whom he was deeply devoted throughout their thirty-year marriage. He is also predeceased by his three siblings, Gary Shively, Ramona Shively and Eric Shively. He is survived by his three children and their spouses, Michael and Melissa Shively of Perry Township, Elizabeth and Joseph Boatwright of Avon Lake, and Douglas and Elaine Shively of Twinsburg; six adoring grandchildren who loved their precious Papa dearly, Tyler, Kathleen, Julia, Joseph, Edward and Daniel; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. His family will cherish their abundant memories of his loving and thoughtful nature, his quick wit, and his kind and generous spirit.

A private funeral service for the family was held Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020 at 10 a.m., with Pastor Micah Holland officiating. Burial was in the Moultrie Cemetery. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Those wishing to send online condolences may visit www.reedfuneralhome.com.

Reed Funeral Home, 330-477-6721