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David Shearer

Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | December 10, 2024

David Shearer, age 63, of McKeesport, died December 7, 2024, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born November 4, 1961, in Braddock, he was the son of the late William Maxwell Shearer and Margaret (Ord) Shearer-Zawasky and fiance of Judy (Oddo) Barber.

David dedicated much of his life to his work as a roofer, honing skills that helped many in his community. His hands, calloused yet gentle, carried a profound knowledge that turned houses into homes. In retirement, he found joy in his other passions, particularly fixing cars and motorcycles. Nothing brought him more satisfaction than breathing new life into machines, a testament to his creativity and steadfast dedication.

A lover of the great outdoors, David cherished his time fishing and taking long scenic car rides. These moments, spent under the open sky, allowed him to connect with nature and find peace. His beloved dog, affectionately named "Bad Ass," was never far from his side, embodying the loyal companionship he treasured so dearly.
In addition to his fiance Judy, he is survived by a daughter, Christina Shearer (fiance, Eka Jvania) of Glenshaw; step-children, Jeremiah Okert and Heather Zelahy; God-daughter, Cassandra Oddo; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, Nancy Gloor, of Conroe, TX, Sandra Mozes, of McKeesport, Donna Heatherington, of Elizabeth, Brian Shearer, of McKeesport; brothers-in-law, John Tsykiewicz, James Brown, Kirk Simmons, Robert Oddo, Richard Oddo and Dion Oddo; friend, Steve Mozes. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and extended family. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a step-son, Joshua McCann Okert; sisters, Moira Brown and Norma Heatherington; step-father, Gordon "Butch" Zawasky; nephew, Gary Shearer; brothers-in-law, John R. Kudrec, III and Larry Gloor.
Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from noon until the funeral service at 4 p.m. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com,
Charles Danforth, Supervisor

Originally published December 10, 2024.

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