David K. Shaw passed peacefully into the Lord’s loving care. A cherished Grandpa, Dad and husband, he is survived by his grandson, Neil Jr. and daughters-in-law Peg and Marie, having outlived his beloved wife Mary, and sons Gary and Neil.
Dave was a great fan of Northwestern football and basketball, and the Chicago Cubs. He was a Band Director, teaching for well over 40 years, most of which was in the Barrington School District. He enjoyed travel with bands and friends throughout his life. He played trumpet in the Northshore Band and the New Horizons band for many years. Dave and Mary had many lifelong friends through these bands, and band camps when the kids were young. These friends they felt were “family of the heart.”
Dogs were an important part of the Shaw family since Dave’s childhood, and his opportunity to meet and chat with neighbors while walking his dog was something he thoroughly enjoyed over the years, with each dog and in each neighborhood he lived.
Dave felt and appreciated the thoughtfulness of his neighbors and friends during his years in Wilmette and counted each one among his life’s blessings.
A visitation for David will be held Wednesday, November 2, 2022, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Wm. H. Scott Funeral Home, 1100 Greenleaf Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091, with a prayer service at 7:00 pm. A family committal service will occur Thursday, November 3, 2022, 2:45 p.m. at Windridge Memorial Park, 7014 S. Rawson Bridge Road, Cary, IL 60013.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WmScottFuneralHome.com for the Shaw family.
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