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Herman Shutt Obituary
He was born on Jan. 8, 1926, in Winston-Salem, N.C., to the late Herman Paul Sr. and Clevie Pearl Shutt. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served during WWII and the Korean War. Mr. Shutt was a former president of the Carpenter's Union, where he had been a member for more than 50 years. His hobbies included flying and woodworking.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Ruby Hall Shutt; two sons, David P. Shutt and his wife, Patsy, of Poquoson, and Rickey P. Shutt and his wife, Gail, of Williamsburg; two sisters, Betty Walls of Newport News, and Nina Costello and her husband, Richard, of Williamsburg; one granddaughter, Crystal Shutt Stocki and her husband, Steve, of Williamsburg; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Alice Marie Jenkins, Nancy Persinger and Peggy Gillespie.
Visitation will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2009, at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009, at Peninsula Memorial Park with the Rev. Terrye Williams officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to American Lung Association, 5349 E. Princess Anne Road, Norfolk, VA 23502.
Please leave condolences at www.wjsmithandsonfh.com.
Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Herman Shutt
Carisa Hardy
September 24, 2009
I send my heartfelt condolences to your family. Calvert Health Family.
Sandra Collier
September 22, 2009
Dear Ruby,David,& Rick- We just learned of Herman's death and pray for your family as you go through the grieving process. Ruby, you were such a practical teacher for me as a young wife and mother. I also learned so much about being such a giving wife and mother from you--You remind me of the woman we read about in Proverbs--What a blessing you have been to me. I appreciated you David & Rick as you helped us sometimes, too. Herman was indeed a talented man and what a blessing you all were to him! Blessings all over you, dear ones!
Sandra & Quinby Collier Chattanooga, Tn.
September 18, 2009
Mrs. Shutt and family, We are sorry for your loss. Mr Shutt was always there When I needed him on my many projects. Gene & Peggy
Tom Lenning
September 18, 2009
Dear Ruby and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed talking with Herman and listening to him recount conversations that he and my father Robert ( Bob ) Lenning had.
Norman and JoAnn Daniels
September 17, 2009
Dear Ruby, JoAnn and I are so sorry to hear of Herman's passing. I still remember my military days when I live in Hampton, and Herman took me under his wing. He helped guide a young man's life more than he ever knew.
Carolny Pinckard
September 17, 2009
Ruby,
May our wonderful Lord give you peace and strength during this time. I know your love for Herman will help you through the days ahead. God Bless You.
Olivia Sue Glass & Family
September 17, 2009
Dear Mrs. Shutt & Family... We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband and Father. I admired Mr Shutt with great respect and admiration. He was so highly intelligent and a great man. He will be missed by all who knew him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless and Keep You In His Perfect Care.
JoAnne & Don MacDonald
September 17, 2009
Dear Ruby,
Don & I are so sad to hear of your loss of your beloved husband, Herman. I know he is with The Lord, and you'll be together again. May God be with you at this time.
Randy, Patti & Jude Cunningham
September 17, 2009
Ruby & Family
We are so very sorry for your loss and are lifting you in prayer.
May you take comfort in knowing that your loss is God's great gain as Herman is sitting in His presence right now.
Gary Parks
September 17, 2009
Rick, Sorry to hear about your dad. My condolences to you and your family. God Bless and Take Care
Gary Parks
Elmer Kohlhafer, Jr.
September 17, 2009
David, We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We pray that GOD will bless and comfort all of you in your sorrow.
With love, Elmer and Margaret Kohlhafer.
Roger Allen
September 17, 2009
Mrs. Shutt, my wife and I are so sorry for your loss. As a veteran, I salute from one to another and thank Mr. Shutt for his service. If there's anything we can do for you please let us know. Dale and Cassie Allen - Fort Polk, LA
JoAnn & Ben Honeycutt
September 17, 2009
David, so sorry to hear about your loss. Rene wrote to me this morning aobut it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your grief.
Chris and Vickie Prince
September 17, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Shutt. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
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