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Richard D. Shirey

1935 - 2018

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Friday

February

Visitation

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Friday, February 2, 2018

Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport, PA

2 Bank St.

Smethport, Pennsylvania, United States

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Saturday

February

Visitation

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Saturday, February 3, 2018

Shumaker Funeral Home, Inc.

107 W. Main St.

Big Run, Pennsylvania, United States

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Saturday

February

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3:00 pm

Saturday, February 3, 2018

Shumaker Funeral Homes, Inc.

107 W. Main St.

Big Run, Pennsylvania, United States

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Emily (Trumbull) Smyntek posted a condolence

Tuesday, February 6, 2018

I want to extend my deepest condolences to Mr. Shirey's loved ones. I had him for a history teacher in the late 80's and thanks to him, I can still rattle off the preamble to our constitution. He was always sweet, but sharp witted and undeniably passionate about history. As an adult I met him again when he began attending church at Westbranch UMC. I was not surprised that he was the same sweet man I remembered. Heaven has gained a very charming angel.

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J Swanson Miranda posted a condolence

Monday, February 5, 2018

Mr. Shirey was my 8th grade history teacher in 1972-73. He was an excellent teacher. He was always enthusiastic about his subject and respectful and friendly to his students and everyone. I remember that on 8th grade football game day he always used to tell the girls to stay away from his players with a big smile on his face. I attended Clarion State College where I was blessed to have his brother George as my teacher also. I just felt blessed to have two such wonderful teachers. Mr. Shirey will be greatly missed and I know he had a positive impact on every one he came in contact with. God Bless him and sincere condolences to his family and friends.

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Connie Elliott Sommers posted a condolence

Friday, February 2, 2018

Sending my sincere condolences with the passing of Mr. Shirley. I had him as a history teacher in Smethport in the late 1980’s. He was a great man and an excellent teacher but whenever I think of him, it was his kindness to all that sticks out the most in my mind. I am blessed to have had him as a teacher!

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William Reesman posted a condolence

Friday, February 2, 2018

Dick and his good friend Angelo Gioiosa were student teachers in Punxsutawney. They took Neal Hullihen and I for long cross country runs that fall and taught us about running. He inspired my love for cross country and track which has stayed with me for over 50 years. The more important lesson that he taught by example was how to be a better person and to be respectful of everyone. He will be remembered.

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Friday, February 2, 2018

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Thoughts and prayers to all...

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Sharon (Nenno) Chamness posted a condolence

Friday, February 2, 2018

Mr. Shirey was my eighth grade history teacher at Smethport High School, and he was one of the best teachers I have ever had, no matter what subject. It was clear how much he loved history and teaching--don't remember ever seeing him without a kind smile.

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Thursday, February 1, 2018

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RIP Mr. Shirey. Truly the best teacher I ever had at Smethport. On more than one occasion he made a huge impact on my life.

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Jodie Hendrickson Wenner posted a condolence

Thursday, February 1, 2018

My condolences to his family. Many fond memories of Mr. Shirley from high school. Always smiling and happy hellos in the hallways. One of my most favorite teachers

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Thursday, February 1, 2018

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joe dragoone posted a condolence

Thursday, February 1, 2018

to the shirey's im sorry for your loss... mr shirey was my dad's best friend.. he would come over every saturday and have coffee.. and chat.. you could ask any question and he would know it just like that.. mrs shirey made me cookies for the longest time.. they were a great family..a good friend and a great teacher.. the shireys were very friendly everybody in town knew who he was.. he was a football fan.. would sing.. junior high songs... he was a great friend... i love ya mr shirey.. rest in peace .. and tell dad i said hi.. now you can drink coffee. and tell stories with dad again.. i love ya my friend

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Thursday, February 1, 2018

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In honor of a wonderful smethport school teacher

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Danielle Murphy posted a condolence

Thursday, February 1, 2018

You were a terrific teacher and a very special rememrable person Mr. Shirey. You will FOREVER be missed but never forgotten. Rest in Heavenly Peace.

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