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David Shaughnessy Obituary
Dave was an avid Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago Cubs fans, and often spent his evenings watching the games with his family. He enjoyed golf with his friends and playing cards at family gatherings.
Dave is predeceased by his father David. Surviving in addition to his wife, Susan, are his daughters Meghan, Molly, and Mary Claire; his mother, Eileen Shaughnessy; his sisters Margaret Nagel, Eileen Shaughnessy, and Mary Christine Collins; and many nieces and nephews.
A service of remembrance will be held with visitation at 12:30 PM and mass at 1:30 PM, July 30th at Saint Joesph Catholic Church, 1747 Lake Avenue, Wilmette. An open house to celebrate Dave's life will be held at the Shaughnessy residence in Schaumburg following mass. Please contact the family for more details.
In lieu of flowers, please feel free to consider donating to the American Lung Association at https://tinyurl.com/InHonorOfDave
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Shaughnessy
Kathleen Harlow
September 13, 2025
Dave was a great guy. We met in high school and worked together at Mother's Other Kitchen. I did not know of his passing and feel bad that I did not get to pay my respects. RIP Dave. Gone too soon!
Bruce Jackson
August 8, 2022
Dave will be missed, and I am saddened to hear of his passing. We met in high school and had many fun adventures. He was a true friend with a great sense of humor. I am lucky to have known him and his family. My heart goes out to you all.
Anna Pederson
August 4, 2022
Susan, I am so sorry for your loss.
Patrick Heraty
August 1, 2022
I´m so sorry to hear of David´s passing. My family sends prayers and blessings for your family at this time of sorrow.
Steve Peck
August 1, 2022
So sorry to hear of Dave´s passing. When I moved to Wilmette, Dave was new to the high school, but he showed me the ropes at New Trier. We became close friends, and I am forever grateful for his friendship and the kindness. The pictures are wonderful and a comfort to see that he still had his grin.
John & Debbie Burr
July 31, 2022
David was a dear friend and a wonderful man. David and I went to high school together as well as college at University of Illinois and I could not count the number of great times we spent together. His loss is a shock to us, taken way too soon. David - we love you and you will be missed, but always in our hearts. Our deepest sympathies to his family. God Bless and Godspeed.
Mary Maigler
July 30, 2022
So sad to know that Dave lost his battle with lung cancer. All the Shaughnessys will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Larry and Marie Stark
July 29, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to the Shaughnessy family and all those who had Dave as their friend.
Ann Sakalys
July 29, 2022
My deepest sympathies for your whole family. It looks like your brother had a rich, full life, filled with lots of love.
Colleen Kyle Muno
July 29, 2022
So sorry for your loss my heart is breaking for you all. Sending prayers
Nancy Harper-Eich
July 28, 2022
Dear Sue and Girls,
The Eich family will be thinking of you on this day and the days to follow. This can be so difficult to absorb and understand. I hope you find comfort in the amazing man, husband, and father he was. Sending prayers. love, hugs, and support. Nancy, Bobby, Emily, and Johnny
Vincent Shaughnessy
July 28, 2022
Very sad to hear of David's death. Much too soon. He will be missed. Love the picture with the Stanley Cup. I have a Patrick Sharp #10 jersey.
Vincent Shaughnessy
Ann Shaughnessy DuChane
July 28, 2022
We send our sincere sympathy and love to your family.
May your memories bring you comfort.
Rest in peace dear cousin.
Ann and Greg DuChane
Joan Shaughnessy
July 28, 2022
I was so very sorry to hear of David´s death. You all must miss him terribly. You and he are in my prayers.
Monica Shaughnessy Henderson
July 28, 2022
Our family is thinking of you. So sorry for your loss. It is too soon to lose him. I love the photos - thank you for sharing them.
Sending much love and strength from me, William, Anna and James.
Kathleen, Dom and Nick Maddalone
July 28, 2022
So very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Sending you all our love during this difficult time.
Julie Schreiner
July 27, 2022
The boys & I are so sad for you & the girls. This really sucks. I wish I had something profound to say but I do not. We are thinking of you all. Much love
Chris, Sandy, Matt and Ryan Liska
July 27, 2022
We are thinking of you and saying prayers for strength!
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Happy memories with Dave (:
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