This memorial website was created in the memory of our beloved, Raymond "Dave" David Shupe, Sr who was born in Pennsylvania on September 9th 1944 to Zeola and Raymond Shupe and passed away after a courageous battle with lung cancer in Belleview, FL on November 9th 2003 at the age of 59.  Dave was the 4th of 6 children and predeceased by his father, Raymond S. Shupe who passed away in 1974. 

Although Dave was born in PA the family moved to Delaware shortly thereafer.  Dave went to school, lived and worked in various parts of New Castle County Delaware as an auto mechanic as well as owned and operated 'Dave's Auto' in Newport, DE.  Dave was married to Caroline Bradley for over 20 years and they had three children; Little David, Dale and Danielle Shupe.  Dave later had another son, Warren Wilson and three grandchildren. (another grand daughter;  Katelyn and another grandson; "Little David" were both born after Dave passed.  The latest grandson, being both Dave Sr, his Pop-Pop as well as his Uncle David Jr's namesake 'David' Sheehan Conner born on 10/13/2007.  Dave now has 5 grandchildren). 

Dave, his partner and fiance' Charlotte Cervelli moved to Belleview, FL in 1994.  Dave lost his short battle with lung cancer there.  Dave loved life and lived every minute of it to the fullest.  He never met a stranger.  He was a beloved; fiance', son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and cousin.  Most importantly, Dave was a devoted "friend" to everyone that knew him.  His outgoing personality, quick witted, nonjudgmental attitude and infectious smile could charm the birds, that he always loved so much, right out of the trees. Dave will always be dearly loved, is sadly missed and we will think of him frequently and remember him fondly forever.

God saw him getting tired and weary, a cure was not meant

to be, so He wrapped His arms around him, and whispered,

"Dave Come With Me."

September 9th 2011

Very BiG & Special thank you to Donna Corey's Mom for the beautiful birthday graphics & her friendship.

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September 9th

A Birthday In Heaven

I heard you crying yesterday
And felt your heart-sent love
So I’m sending you this message
Now, from Heaven up above.

You’re wondering if I’ll celebrate
My birthday (way up here)
I know you’re missing me today
I feel your essence near.

God planned a special day for me
He told me with a wink
He’d ordered me a special cake
(It’s Angel food, I think)

I’m getting lots of hugs from God
He’s really good at that
And every time that I walk by
He gives my head a pat

Balloons will fill the streets for me
They float up through the clouds
And we have lots of clowns up here
That make us laugh out loud

There is a birthday carousel
Jeweled horses ride the wind
With music playing oh so sweet…
The magic never ends

I’ve made so many friends, you see
We laugh and play and sing
We ride our 'bikes' some play jump rope
And sleep in Angel’s wings

We’ll have our cake and ice cream
And open gifts, surprise!
But we don’t blow out our candles here
Instead, they light the skies

Authour Unknown

Message from Heaven

I have not turned my back on you,
So there is no need to cry,
I am watching you from Heaven,
Just beyond the morning sky;
I have seen you almost fall apart,
When you could barely stand,
I asked the Lord to comfort you,
And I watched him take your hand.
He told me you were in more pain,
Than I could ever be,
He wiped his eyes and swallowed hard,
Then gave your hand to me;
Although you may not feel my touch;
Or see me by your side,
I've whispered that I love you,
While I wiped each tear you cried.
~Author Unknown~

Happy Easter Dave

Steelers Prayer

Our Father,

Who Art in Pittsburgh,

Football Be Thy Game.

The Kingdom Come,

5 Super Bowls Won,

On Earth as it is in Heinz Field.

Give us this Day a playoff Victory,

And forgive us our penalties,

As we defeat those who play against us.

But lead us into a victory,

And deliver us to Tampa!

A-Ben

Dave (top center) right above our Mom and surrounded by his brothers and sisters; Connie top left, Gloria top right, Linda second row left, Johnny second row right and Mark bottom row at Mom's 80th birthday party celebration April/2001.

(sitting right 2 left) Silly Dave, Mom, Warren (center bottom) Buddy, Randy, (top left 2 right) Missy, Larry holding Julie, Danielle, Amos, Charlotte at Mom's 80th Birthday Celebration April/2001.

When I'm Gone

When I come to the end of my journey,
And I travel my last weary mile,
Just forget if you can, that I ever frowned,
And remember only the smile.

Forget unkind words I have spoken,
Remember some good I have done,
Forget that I've ever had heartache,
And remember I've had loads of fun.

Forget that I've stumbled and blundered,
And sometimes fell by the way,
Remember I fought some hard battles,
And won, ere the close of the day.

Then forget to grieve for my going,
I would not have you sad for a day,
But in summer just gather some flowers,
And remember the place where I lay.

And come in the shade of the evening,
When the sun paints the sky in the west,
Stand for a moment beside me,
And remember only my best.

Lyman Hancock

Obituary;

Raymond "Dave" SHUPE, Sr 

Raymond "Dave" David Shupe, Sr age 59 of Belleview, FL died Sunday, November 9, 2003, at his residence.

He was born in PA and moved to FL 9 years ago, from DE. He was a mechanic and a member of the First Baptist Church of Belleview and a member of Loyal Order of the Moose, #1199, Silver Springs Shores. He was a veteran of the United States Army.

He is survived by his partner and fiancee' Charlotte Cervelli of Belleview, FL and her 2 sons; Jesse and Larry Cervelli of Wilmington, DE, his mother, Zeola Shupe of New Castle, DE, his former wife, Caroline Bradley of Wilmington, DE and their three children; 1 daughter, Danielle Shupe of Charlestown, MD, 2 sons; Raymond David Shupe, Jr of Perryville, MD, Timothy Dale Shupe of Newark, DE also his son Warren David Wilson of Middletown, DE; 2 brothers, Johnny Shupe of Wilmington, DE and Mark Shupe of New Castle, DE; 3 sisters; Gloria Poe of Bear, DE, Connie Zebley of Airville, PA and Linda Walden of Middletown, DE and 3 grandchildren; Randy Huber, Buddy Harlan and Paige Tinsley. Dave's father, Raymond S. Shupe, passed away in 1974. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Marion County, PO Box 4860, Ocala, FL 34478; and the American Cancer Society, Marion County Unit, PO Box 1180, Ocala, FL 34478.

Arrangements by HIERS-BAXLEY FUNERAL SERVICE Belleview, FL 

[published 11/11/2003 News Journal Papers Wilmington, DE]

Raymond "David" SHUPE, Sr 

Raymond "David" Shupe, Sr: There will be a memorial service at 11:45 am on Saturday, November 22, at the Gracelawn Memorial Park Chapel in New Castle, DE for Mr. Shupe, who died at home in Belleview, FL on November 9, 2003. Interment will be at Gracelawn Memorial Park following the service.

Arrangements by HIERS-BAXLEY FUNERAL SERVICE, Belleview, FL

[published 11/20/2003] News Journal Papers Wilmington, DE

Sadly Dave & Caroline's oldest son, Raymond David Shupe, Jr passed away from complications of spina-bifida on November 5th 2004.

In Loving Memory of Raymond David Shupe, Jr

July 23, 1963-November 5, 2004

"Little David"

Raymond David SHUPE, Jr 


Raymond David Shupe, Jr

Raymond David Shupe, Jr., age 41, of Perryville, MD, formerly of Wilmington, DE, died suddenly on November 5, 2004 at the residence he shared with his fiance', Sue Smyth and her daughters, Abby, Sarah, Rachel, and Hannah.

David was born on July 23, 1963 in Wilmington, DE to Caroline Bradley and the late Raymond 'Dave' David Shupe, Sr., and graduated in 1982 from Delcastle Technical High School, where he studied horticulture.

He had worked for Edgecraft in Hockessin.

David was an avid NASCAR fan and loved the outdoors and outdoor activities including fishing, hunting, and watching eagles soar in flight.

David will be fondly remembered by his family, including his mother, Caroline; his brother, Dale (Rose); his sister, Danielle (Amos); his beloved nephews, Randy Huber and Amos "Buddy" Harlan; his brother, Warren Wilson; his paternal grandmother, Zeola Shupe; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and his many online friends with whom he shared countless hours on the computer.

David's family wants to express their gratitude to the many people who touched David's life.

A viewing will be held from 7-8 pm, Thursday, November 11 at the MCCRERY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 3710 Kirkwood Hwy., (Route 2 east at Duncan Rd.) and followed by a funeral service at 8 pm.

Interment will be at Gracelawn Memorial Park.

Messages of condolence may be sent to: www.mccreryfuneralhome.com

[published 11/08/2004] News Journal Papers Wilmington, DE

Dave & Charlotte

“You can shed tears that he is gone,
or you can smile because he has lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that he'll come back,
or you can open your eyes and see all he's left.
Your heart can be empty because you can't see him,
or you can be full of the love you shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live for yesterday,
or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can remember him only that he is gone,
or you can cherish his memory and let it live on.
You can cry and close your mind,
be empty and turn your back.
Or you can do what he'd want:
smile, open your eyes, love and go on.”

~David Harkins~ 

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond's glint on the snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush,
of quiet birds in circled flight,
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there I did not die.

~Author Unknown~

Our Dave

I'm Free

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free.
I'm following the path God has laid you see.
I took his hand when I heard Him call.
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way.
I found that peace at the close of the day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joys.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Oh yes these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow.
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow,
My life's been full, I savored much.
Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief.
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your hearts and peace to thee.
God wanted me now; He set me free!!

~author unknown~

This is the Dave we all knew and loved - Just Dave!

Live for today

Tomorrow may never come
you never know
what you won't overcome

Live for today
Love every moment

You never know when
you will be heaven sent

Live each moment as if
it were your last
Have no regrets

Don't live in the past

Live every moment
do all you want to do

Laugh all you can
love as much as you want to

Live for each second
of everyday
Be happy you are alive
Forever we won't stay

So many have had to say bye bye
live for everyday and every night

love everything you have in sight
enjoy all the beauty and wonders
of the world

It doesn't matter
if you are young
or live to be old

it doesn't matter if you
don't have all the riches
in the world

You have life
the greatest gift of all

So, live for today
don't take a second
for granite

You only get one life
Make the most of it

Don't cry
Remember to smile
Angels are with you
all the while

One day you will lay
besides those you love
in a better place

Live for today
posessions
you won't take

Live for yourself and
be true to your heart
Living and loving
It's a good place to start

Live for today
Remember the angels
that watch from above
They gave you the chance to live
it all started with love

©2008 Susana

Dave's Army days...

"What the catarpillar calls

the end of the world,

The Master calls

A Butterfly. 

 ~ Richard Bach ~

Grief, like the ocean,
comes in waves
only to recede
and come yet again.

But with it comes healing.

Memories wash ashore
and are bathed
by the golden sun.

Grab hold of those memories
and let them
fill the emptiness.

"It has been said that time

heals all wounds.

I do not agree.

The wounds remain.

In time the mind, protecting its sanity,

Covers them with scar tissue and the pain lessens,

But it is never gone."


~ Rose Kennedy ~

1994 Bald Dave with 3 of his children and 2 of his grandchildren (2 of Danielle's boys) from left to right; Little David, Danielle holding Buddy, Just Dave, Dale and Randy standing below/front.

Please don't mourn for me I'm still here,
though you don't see I'm right by your
side each night and day.

And within your heart I long to stay
My body is gone but I'm always near
I'm everything you feel, see or hear
My spirit is free, but I'll never depart
As long as you keep me alive in your heart
I'll never wander out of your sight
I'm the brightest star on a summer night
I'll never be beyond your reach
I'm the warm moist sand when you're at the beach
I'm the colorful leaves when fall comes around.

And the pure white snow that blankets the ground
I'm the beautiful flowers of which you're so fond
The clear cool water in a quiet pond
I'm the first bright blossom you'll see in spring
The first warm raindrop that April will bring
I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine.

And you'll see that the face in the moon is mine
When you start thinking there's no one to love you
You can talk to me through the Lord above you
I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees. 

And you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep as well as the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep I'm the smile you see on a baby's face. Just look for me, I'm everyplace...

~author unknown~ 

Dave and Randy - let's ride boy!

Dave kissing 'his first love' his Harley! Born to ride!

Please don’t feel guilty
It was just my time to go.
I see you are still feeling sad,
And the tears just seem to flow.
We all come to earth for our lifetime,
And for some it’s not many years
I don’t want you to keep crying
You are shedding so many tears.
I haven’t really left you
Even though it may seem so.
I have just gone to my heavenly home,
And I’m closer to you than you know.
Just believe that when you say my name
I’m standing next to you,
I know you long to see me,
But there’s nothing I can do.
But I’ll still send you messages
And hope you understand,
That when your time comes to “cross over,”
I’ll be there to take your hand.

~author unknown~ 

Come on Buddy you can ride too with Pop-Pop!

Dave and his only daughter Danielle - girls can ride too!

Light a Candle

Light a candle for those we mourn
Into a new life they will be born.
Do not look for them at the gravesite.
They are somewhere else radiating their beautiful light.
They have gone to a new world where there is no darkness, no pain.
Their light and essence will always remain.
Light a candle for those who have left this mortal place.
They are free to travel through time and space.
When we think of them, they are near.
When we sit in a beautiful garden. Their voices we hear.
When we listen to a divine symphony,
We close our eyes, their faces we see.
Light a candle for they have not really gone.
With each flickering flame, in your hearts they will always belong.

Please take a minute to visit Dave's nieces

 memorial websites too; 

Dawn Marie Walden

11/9/1971-7/9/1989

http://dawn-marie-walden.memory-of.com/

and Laurie Rae Walden

10/27/1975-1/19/2006

http://laurie-rae-walden.memory-of.com/ 

please light a candle in their memory.

Sadly, our Mom & Mom-Mom passed away on

January 30th 2011 at the age of 89. 

Imagining the reunion with our Dad & Pop-

Pop her beloved son Dave, grandchildren;

Dawn, Laurie & Little David along with her

parents & 4 brothers makes our hearts smile. 

Please visit her Memorial Site too.

Zeola May Webb-Shupe

4/13/1921-1/30/2011

http://zeola-raymond-shupe.memory-of.com/

Thank You!