Name: Visitation for Master Sgt. David Eugene Shaw
Start: 2021-10-01T20:30:00.000Z
End: 2021-10-01T22:30:00.000Z
Location: Bible Baptist Church

Master Sgt. David Eugene Shaw, 49, of Radcliff, died Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, at AnMed Health Cannon in Pickens, South Carolina.

Master Sgt. Shaw considered it a privilege to honorably serve in the U.S. Army. His career of 19 years included three combat deployments. He was recipient of the Bronze Star Medal and three Meritorious Service Medals. Guaranteed, Dave could raise everyone's spirit with a laugh and a smile. He was a handyman able to repair, fix or build anything. He was willing to help anyone with anything.

He was preceded in death by two siblings, Dianne Toedt and Jon Toedt.

Survivors include his wife, Jennifer Shaw of Radcliff; four children, Andrew (Sonny) Shaw of Fairbanks, Alaska, Annie (John) Juchum of Columbia, South Carolina, Abby (Jacob) Kubik of Radcliff and Aaron (Jocelyn) Shaw of Elyria, Ohio; his parents, Orie and Ruth Shaw of Weldon, Illinois; three siblings, Bill Toedt, Steve Toedt and Jill Toedt of Illinois; five grandchildren, Michael Ward and Matthew Ward, both of Lenoir, North Carolina, Elouise Juchum and Arthur Juchum, both of Columbia, and Oliver Shaw of Fairbanks.

The funeral with military honors is at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, at Bible Baptist Church in Radcliff with Pastor Brad Braudis and Chaplain Philip Jeon officiating.

Visitation is from 4:30 p.m. until the time of service Friday at the church.

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Published by The News-Enterprise from Sep. 29 to Oct. 2, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Master Sgt. David Shaw

10 Entries

G DeV

September 23, 2023

MSG David Shaw was a friend when I didn't have one. He listened and heard what was unspoken. His door was always open and he made a difference in those around him. He was an amazing man, always professional, and loved his family completely. I loved hearing him talk about his wife and kids. His love was evident. Your time here may be completed, but the legacy you left and the man you were will be remembered. You made a difference and that in of itself is a life well lived.

Andy Leimbach

October 3, 2021

Wish I had seen this sooner. I'd have been there for you Orie. Deepest condolences my friend.

Pamela Johnson

October 1, 2021

My condolences for the family. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Nick and Lori Labrum

October 1, 2021

Jennifer, our thoughts are with you and your family. David was a fine man and a great Soldier. The world lost some it´s savor with his loss. If there is anything we can do, please reach out. We stand ready to assist.

SSG Brett D. Roberts

October 1, 2021

MSG Shaw, a great mentor, a great leader, but most of all a great friend. Thank you for showing me how to be a great Religious Affairs Specialist. Your contribution, your time and knowledge has never gone unnoticed. To this day, I use the learning points you taught me to teach others. We will miss you so much. Until, we see you again my friend. RIP.

MSG Herinah B Asaah

September 30, 2021

Dear Shaw family-May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived with God´s love. So sorry for this huge loss to your family! I will always remember and be grateful for the fun times while stationed together with David in USACHCS, SC. and collaborations after that.
May your soul rest in perfect peace and perpetual light shine upon you, my friend!

G. D.

September 30, 2021

Coming back to America after being overseas for so long was hard...very hard. I, and my family, had a really hard time adjusting in a lot of ways. One day, I had just had enough and the only thing I could do was cry. I just couldn't anymore. He saw me walk in from his office and he could just tell something was wrong. SFC Shaw motioned to me, (Oh great, just one more thing -- I thought), he had me follow him without saying a word and took me to the prayer room. Later brought in some tissues and water and said that I could be there just as long as I needed...no need to rush. He let me know he could call anyone if I needed him to ... and made sure I felt safe. (He didn't know what was going on so I am glad he did -- I was safe, but emotionally spent) I don't know how long I was there...I truly don't, but when I came out it was dark...and late. SFC Shaw had stayed late to keep the building open so that I could deal with what I needed to without a word. He saw the need and filled it in a way that was a turning point for me and our adjustment. I could never thank him enough for the kindness that he showed that day/night.
Throughout the next few years, I worked on and off doing things with different groups at the chapel. He was always there. He was always fixing something, helping someone wor my favorite, just let people come in a talk. I don't know how many times I stopped by his office and just talked with him about everything. He talked about his wife and kids so much, and even though I never met them, I knew just how much he loved them. His face would always light up when he talked about them.
I was devastated when I found out that he was PCSing. The chapel was never quite the same afterward...he was just so much of it. We didn't stay in touch much and after a time we totally lost contact. He was and will always be one of the best memories I had of Ft. Leavenworth and the 20+ years I was with the Army as an Army spouse.
I have always said that if you make a difference in another persons life, then you made a difference. Your life made a difference. Jennifer, your husband made a difference in my life and that rippled over and helped my whole family. I might not be here now if it wasn't for him.
I am so sorry for your loss...for your kids loss and for the loss of the people who knew and loved him and those who will never get to meet him.
SFC Shaw, I am sorry that we will not meet again on this side of Heaven. Always the professional, the helper, the fixer the person there, the soldier, and the friend. Rest well...your battle is over. Never forgotten...

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

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Melissa E Anderson

September 30, 2021

We met MSG Shaw and his wife at a marriage retreat in Tennessee. In that short time of meeting him, he had such a sweet spirit, just nice person. The news of his passing really sadden us. We will be keeping his lovely wife and their child in our prayers. Truly praying for God´s peace in this situation.

SFC Shane Birdsong

September 30, 2021

David was a great and well love man. He always would make everyone smile and laugh while working together as AIT instructions at USACHCS. He was a great man of God and it was a true honor to work alongside of him in the Army, as Brother at Arms. My prayers are with you and your family.

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