Douglas Lynn Shives
1968-2022
Douglas Lynn Shives, age 54, of Little River, South Carolina went to his heavenly home on Friday, September 23, 2022.
Born April 18, 1968 in McConnellsburg, Pa., Doug was the son of Barry and Barbara (Hendershot) Shives.
He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Bee and Myra (Mellott) Hendershot; paternal grandparents, Mevin J., Sr. and Rosella (Ditmar) Shives.
A loving husband, father, son and friend, Doug was a devout Christian who touched the lives of many others.
Doug was a member of Revive Church and North Strand Community Church.
He was a family man who cherished each moment he spent with his beloved family and friends.
Doug was a true patriot. He served in the U.S. Army from 1986-1989 as a helicopter mechanic. He served in the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment during his 2 1/2 years in Fulda, Germany.
He was a dedicated employee for U.S. Silica Company for nearly 18 years.
Doug was an avid hunter, enjoyed drag racing in his beloved Mustang and a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
Survivors including his parents are, loving wife of over 20 years, Kelli (McCarthy) Shives; children, Bradley McCusker (Kortni), Carly Shives (Samuel Xavier); sister, Angela Gordon (Dennis); grandson Jensen and granddaughter McKinley; his fur babies, Chica and Punkie. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews; Godmother, Sonja Stottler; along with numerous cousins. He was a special father figure to Ashley Higgins and Brandon Mongan. Doug was a beloved poppy to Waylin and Paisley Higgins.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, September 15, 6 p.m. at Needmore Bible Church, Needmore, Pa. Family will greet friends one hour prior to the service, 5 p.m.
Please join us in your casual attire/Hawaiian shirts to celebrate Doug’s life here on earth as we near the one year anniversary of his passing.
