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Dave was raised in Newburgh, NY and graduated from Newburgh Free Academy on June 24, 1959.
Dave served his country in the United States Army and upon his discharge from the military, Dave relocated to the Washington, DC area and joined the Washington, DC Metropolitan Police Force where he attained the rank of Seargent and retired after 28 years on the job in 1988. Dave was an avid automobilia collector and dealer and was a regular at the various Carlisle and Hershey, PA car shows for several years. Dave and his wife, Christine "Chris" relocated to Fayetteville, PA in 2002 where they continued heir passion for collecting and selling collectibles and on Friday nights, they were regulars at Kenny's Auction. The saying "he never met a stranger" describes Dave perfectly as evidenced by the many friends he made along the journey.
In addition to his wife Chris, Dave is survived by his brother Michael Shannon, his sister Loretta Klein and several nieces and nephews.
Dave was the guy that was a friend to all, and he will be missed very much by all who knew and loved him.
Dave's wishes are to be inurned at Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be later determined. If desired, memorial offerings may be made to the American Heart Association or to the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter.
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Tom & Barbara Elwell
April 21, 2025
Photos from Tom Elwell - Enjoying time with Dave & Friends in Germany
Tom & Barbara Elwell
April 21, 2025
To Family & Friends of Dave,
I will miss Dave so much. We were just kids when we met at Camp King - Oberusel, Germany in 1966 and became close friends. We spent many hours at the EM Club listening to many bands and had numerous Flip Top Heniker Beers together.
We also had many parties at my quarters and Dave was the Life of the Party. Enclosed find 2 pictures of those fun times together. One of my favorite memories was traveling in a large group to Berwang Austria to learn how to ski. He was One in a Million and everyone he met would say the same. Barbara & I also loved that she got to meet Dave & the Army Friends in Virginia on a trip to visit her Aunt & Uncle in the 1970´s.
Rest in Peace Dave. We Love You.
Barbara & Tom Elwell
Parrish, Florida
Susan Carroll
April 14, 2025
My deepest condolences to Chris and Dave's siblings. Dave and my father Walt were friends since the 50's. Dave sent me a nice email when my father passed 9 years ago. I hope they are talking cars and catching up now. Rest in eternal peace Dave you were such a funny guy! You will be missed.
American Heart Association
April 9, 2025
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