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William Shivers Obituary
William Cole "Bill" Shivers, 78, of East Palatka, FL, passed away February 10, 2021 at Flagler Hospital, St. Augustine, FL. He was born January 20, 1943 in Amarillo, TX, son of the late T.C. Shivers and Anna Sue Cole Shivers and he had resided in St Augustine most of life. Bill served honorably in the Florida Army National Guard and he loved both his country and his Lord. In his younger days he was well known for serving St. Augustine the best food in town at Shivers Bar B Q Restaurant on San Marco Avenue.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his siblings, Donald and Tim Shivers, and Cherry Zacka.
He is survived by his brother, Edward Shivers (Hazel), Lakeland, FL; sons, Ryan of Interlachen, FL and Jeffrey Shivers (Crissy), Pensacola, FL; grandson, Steffen Shivers of Palm Valley (St. Augustine), FL; longtime companion, Pat Baker; and several nieces and nephews.
At Bill's request there will be no services.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
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Bill
February 18, 2021
A very nice person, great food, and a pretty good golfer and he will be missed
Sandra & Lynn Goode
February 17, 2021
Mr. Shiver was a wonderful man, and he will be missed dearly by his friends and community.
Tim Burnett
February 17, 2021
RIP my friend, I wished I got to see you one more time! I will never forget our (CJ , Bill and myself) night before leaving on military overseas assignment, a few beers at the restaurant then Lazy Sands I met Harvey Wall banger, tequila sunrise and some others that night! What great memories....best boss ever!
Joseph Hayes
February 15, 2021
Mr. Shivers was my boss when I was in my mid-20s, both at the original SHIVERS BARBECUE on San Marco (right around the corner from my old house!) and at the other SHIVERS BARBECUE in Palatka back in the mid-90s. I worked for him full-time for about two years. He was a GOOD MAN to work for: fair, honest and VERY hard-working (working from morning until night for many YEARS) and he made the BEST barbecue this Damn Yankee ever ate. And when I worked for him, I never paid for a meal. He sold my old friend BIGFOOT (who also worked for him) his boat-size Lincoln Mark V and that was a sweet ride! Those were the days. Godspeed Mr. Shivers. RIP
Phil Anninos
February 15, 2021
Played many a game of poker with Bill and Pat. truly nice people. Rest in Peace .
Phil and Debby Anninos
Jill Gause Davis
February 15, 2021
Our fondest memories are of Bill smiling at Shivers BBQ. It was Jake's coffee stop throughout his Jake's Appliance Service workday AND our family go to place for a wonderful meal. Those times, Bill always made us feel like "family." TC's great peach cobbler and Bill's smile and chuckle were part of us! Bill you will be missed and remembered as a good guy who helped so many. Rest in peace, you touched many lives with your kindness. Prayers and sympathy to the family.
Jorjann Kuypers
February 14, 2021
I'm so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was always so welcoming and friendly at the poker tables. What a gentleman. He will be missed.
Harold Wayne Jaquett
February 14, 2021
We are so sorry to read about our long time friend Bill Shivers passing.
I first met "Bill" in 1962 when we were applying for a college course. A few years later our paths crossed again when we were taking a physical to work for the Florida East Coast Railroad and then we worked side by side for about four years. My wife and I introduced Bill to his future wife Linda Hall. We also joined the National Guard together and served together for several years. Bill and Linda married and they moved away with a company until they decided they wanted to live back in St. Augustine when "Russell's BBQ came available they moved back. While the deal was working Bill and Linda with us for several months. Yes Bill old Buddy you were one of a kind and we loved you dearly. So My friend rest in peace and where ever you are I know you are making and selling the "FAMOUS SHIVER'S SECERT BBQ SAUCE".
Bill Collins
February 14, 2021
RIP, Bill
Brenda Hartley Ashton
February 14, 2021
RIP my friend. God bless the family,
CJ and Bunny Manucy
February 14, 2021
We were so saddened to hear of the loss of our dear friend. May you find comfort in knowing his suffering is over, and he has moved on to a far better place.
CJ and Bunny Manucy
February 14, 2021
We are so saddened by the loss of our dear friend. May you find comfort in knowing his suffering is over, and he has moved on to a far better place.
Lydia Duncan
February 13, 2021
My family met Mr. Shivers when we ate at Shiver's BBQ our first night in St. Augustine after moving here from Virginia in June of 1973. My parents became friends with Mr. Shivers and his restaurant became one of our favorite places to eat over the years. My parents moved in June of 1978, but I continued to eat every week at Shiver's BBQ until its closing, especially on Thursdays for their daily special. Mr. Bill was a very kind man and wonderful person. My prayers are with all of his family, loved ones, and his wonderful Ms. Pat. May God's precious gift of memories comfort you all in the midst of your loss.
Lydia Duncan
February 13, 2021
My family met Mr. Shivers when we ate at Shiver's BBQ our first night in St. Augustine after moving here from Virginia in June of 1973. My parents became friends with Mr. Shivers and his restaurant became one of our favorite places to eat over the years. My parents moved in June of 1978, but I continued to eat every week at Shiver's BBQ until its closing, especially on Thursdays for their daily special. Mr. Bill was a very kind man and wonderful person. My prayers are with all of his family, loved ones, and his wonderful Ms. Pat. May God's precious gift of memories comfort you all in the midst of your loss.
Michael E Stover
February 13, 2021
Wow hard to believe. What a great person and a damn good BBQ Pit Master !!!
God Speed old buddy
Mike
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