David H. Shimp III Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

David H. Shimp III Age 85, of Plum Boro, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, after a frustrating and nightmarish battle at UPMC East of Monroeville. Beloved husband of Sharon Ann (Levitsky) Shimp for 44 years; loving father of Monica Lee Ewing of Weirton, WV and Yvonne (John) Regan of Plum Boro and their families; proud grandfather of Aaron Michael (Breeanna) Shimp and great-grandfather of Claire Amelia Shimp. David was preceded in death by his son David H. Shimp IV and sister Mercedes R. Sherman. Also survived by his sister DeMaris Bucko of Kansas, Aunt Rosemary Shimp of Pittsburgh plus several nieces, nephews and their families. David was born on March 24, 1935 in Pittsburgh, son of the late David H. Shimp Jr. and Leona Ruth Shimp. David graduated from Taylor Allderdice High School in Pittsburgh, and served during the Korean War as a 1st Sergeant in the Army Airborne as a sniper. David retired from US Steel in Clairton Work as a crane operator in 2001. David loved conversing with people, spending time outside of the United States and in the states and he held a special place in his heart for all the deceased felines, Puddy Cat, Tigger, Daffy and Baby Cat whom he and Sharon adopted over the years. David especially loved Baby Cat as he referred to her as his special daughter and therapy cat. David will be deeply missed by his loving wife, family and friends. A private visitation and service will be held for family and close friends on Saturday, May 16, 2020, from 10 am to 12 p.m. at the GENE H. CORL FUNERAL CHAPEL INC. AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike. Interment Plum Creek Cemetery. www.corlfuneralchapel.com