Philip A. Shaw (Red Dog)

Phil was born Could 1, 1960, in Roaring Spring, PA, the son of Ada and Regis Shaw and his adoptive dad and mom Lester and Barbara Shaw.

To those that knew Pink Canine, you understand how a lot he might be missed. One of many humblest males you might think about, he was all the time prepared to assist a good friend, even when it meant setting apart his personal wants.

Phil had a singular perspective on life which, when mixed along with his observational humorousness, led to some hilarious “Philisms” that usually left these round him crying with laughter.

He not solely devoted a lot of his life to serving to pals, however he additionally had a compassion for serving to animals, typically taking in and nurturing the neediest of stray cats and giving them a secure place to land. He cherished his cats a lot he even went as far as to get a tattoo devoted to one in every of his favorites, “Tornado”, for whom he additionally named his enterprise, “Tornado Race Carbs”.

Talking of which, Phil was notorious for his capacity to construct and rebuild carburetors. In truth, he may repair just about something and all the things. He had a little bit of an obsession for fixing issues, all the time making an attempt to study and take in info that will enhance his expertise.

Phil was an avid sportsman, having fun with all sorts of searching and fishing and changing into an professional within the woods, on the water, and on the ice.

Pink Canine was a daily at Stateline Speedway the place he may very well be near a few of the issues he cherished most–automobiles and pace. He loved taking his 1972 “Inexperienced Go” Dodge Challenger out to “stretch her legs” and may very well be discovered each winter competing within the native snowmobile drag racing competitions.

Phil was very lucky to have the ability to flip his ardour for mechanics right into a profitable profession in auto and motorbike restore. He had an extended profession as a mechanic with Ed Shults Auto Group, service supervisor for Landmark Chevrolet and, most just lately, because the service supervisor for Harley Davidson of Jamestown the place he actually felt that the employees and prospects had been his “household”.

He’s survived by his lifelong companion and soulmate, Rita Ferraloro, who tirelessly cared for Phil every day throughout his latest sickness. He actually was her “Superman”. He’s additionally survived by his three beloved cats, “Sophias P. Coltrane”, “Chubby”, and “Taos” in addition to quite a few wild squirrels he “adopted” together with his favourite, “Petey”. He’s additionally survived by his siblings, Dennis Shaw, Gary Shaw, Carol McCulloch, Ruth Shaw, and Regi Shaw.

Phil was predeceased by his organic mom and father, Ada and Regis “Pete” Shaw, his adoptive dad and mom, Lester and Barbara Shaw, and his sister, Patricia Parks. He’s additionally predeceased by his aunt “Bev” Carlson and his grandmother, Elsa Carlson, who raised him all through most of his life.

Mates might be acquired from midday -3 pm Friday, July 29, 2022, within the Lind Funeral Dwelling. Burial might be within the Lake View Cemetery following visitation.

Memorials could also be made to Brenda Goodwill’s cat rescue, 1934 Hoag Rd. Ashville, NY 14750.

It’s possible you’ll go away phrases of condolence to Phil’s household at www.lindfuneralhome. com.