William J Shaw Sr.

Obit for William J Shaw Sr.rnrnHis great love was country music. He thought the performers were fan friendly and patriotic. He was backstage at many a concert and among the stars he met was Darryl Worley. John Rich even once sang a song to him about his service in the Navy. A member of the greatest generation, he served during WWII in Okinawa. His ability to tell a great story sucked people in: he made friends easily and his friendships lasted a lifetime. His earlier years found him working at South Jersey Metal in Deptford. Willie from Philly never gave up on the Flyers or the Phils.rnBill was married for 69 years to “the greatest woman who ever lived“, the late Flora. Their marriage was blessed by their son, William (Linda), grandchildren: Debbie Atkins and William IV, and four great grandchildren: Amanda, Zack, Zane and Alyssa. He is also survived by his sister, Leona “Sissy” Allen and his dog, Penny.rnCome celebrate 97 country years Thursday from 10:30 a.m. at Daley Life Celebration Studio, Swedesboro where there will be a service at 11:30. Interment Woodbury Memorial Park. Donations to woundedwarriorproject.org will be appreciated.rn –