David B "Dave" Shera

Dansville- David Bryon Shera, age 77, passed away late Tuesday evening November 18, 2025.

He was born in Hartford, CT, on January 31, 1948, a son of the late Dr. George and Ruth (MacDowell) Shera. He was also predeceased by a son, Andrew David Shera. On July 30, 1977, he was married to Maura Dempsey Shera, who survives.

Dave earned his bachelor's degree from Nathaniel Hawthorne College in New Hampshire. Dave worked as a graphic art coordinator for Champion Products, then as a project manager for Exhibit Alternatives, sales and design for Radius Portable Panel Systems and finally for himself at David B. Shera Grafix. In his free time Dave loved to be outdoors, whether it was maintaining their property, or relaxing on their deck enjoying music and the beautiful view of Dansville.

He was a fantastic artist whose talent can be seen all around Dansville. Including paintings of Marlon Brando, Marilyn Monroe, and Lucille Ball on the Marque at the Star Theatre. His work at Champion Products also gained national attention with his All Madden Team logo design. He would donate his paintings to be auctioned for charity, or local causes. He enjoyed being social with his wife Maura. He loved hosting his friends and family and was often seen as the life of the party. As an avid golfer he played in the Brae Burn Men's League for several years. He also enjoyed playing with his long-time golf buddies at other local courses.

He is survived by his wife Maura, a son Will (Stephanie) Shera, a daughter, Jessica (Anthony) Venezia, grandchildren, Andrew and Lily Shera, Olivia and Gracie Venezia, a sister, Penny (Walter) Hinds, a sister-in-law, Kathy Dickson, stepbrothers, Michael, Dr. Dave (the RockDoc) John and Thomas Breen and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A local celebration of life will be held on Dave's Birthday, January 31, 2026, at Scovill's Grill, 60 Red Jacket Street, Dansville, NY 14437 From 1pm to 4pm. Anyone who has a work of art done by Dave is encouraged to bring it to Scovill's for a small display to honor his work.

Arrangements are by the Hindle Funeral Home, Inc. 271 Main St., Dansville. Online memorials may be shared at HindleFuneralHome.com.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the

American Stroke Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692,

Dansville Ambulance Co. 18 Ossian St.,

Noyes Memorial Hospital 111 Clara Barton St.,

The Daniel Goho Post #87 of the American Legion 35 Elizabeth St., all of Dansville, NY 14437