William K. “Kenny” Shaw, Sr.
April 19, 1944 - March 15, 2025
William K. “Kenny” Shaw, Sr., age 80, of Clayton, DE, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025.
Born in Salem, NJ on April 19, 1944, he was the son of the late Winfield K. Shaw and Marion (Hitzelberger) Wilhelm. Kenny grew up in New Castle where he got his love for football, hunting, fishing, Tweety Bird as a nickname, and getting into trouble with his friends. Kenny proudly served in the United States Army as well as the Reserves. He then worked as a drywall finisher out of IUPAT Local Union 100. A trade taught to him by his father-in-law, the late Albert Moore of Delaware City.
Kenny was largely self-taught in almost all aspects of construction remodeling and selling numerous homes to improve his family’s life. He was a “flipper” before TV shows about it became popular. Together with his family, he built the house he lived in and even within the last year completed an in-law suite for himself. Kenny had a passion for horses and dogs, especially his beloved Mini-Dachshund, Lady Bug. He was a character, loudest person in the room, and you always knew what he was thinking. Much of his life was inspired by the western movies he loved and football. Most of all, he cherished his family and friends and the memories he made with them.
In addition to his parents, Kenny was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Faye (Moore) Shaw. Faye gave him stability for the first time in his life and as far as he was concerned, they were celebrating their 59th wedding anniversary this month. He is survived by his son, William “Bill” Shaw, Jr., PhD of Rehoboth Beach; and sister, Elaine Alvini of New Castle. Recently, Kenny was glad to have our cousin Heather Benson and her family living with him.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 214 Clinton Street, Delaware City, DE, where a memorial service will begin at 11 am. Inurnment will follow in New St. Paul’s Cemetery, Cox Neck Road, Delaware City, DE.
William Zaragoza
Bill,
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you can find some peace and solace at the end of this. Don’t hesitate to let me know if there’s anything I can do. There’s never enough time, it seems…
Aphrodite Douris
Bill,
I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences.
Aphrodite
Suzy Hammons
Although I didn’t know Kenny Shaw, I am sad to learn of his passing for his legacy is Dr. Bill Shaw, a passionate advocate for food safety and a man who cares for the people he leads. When Bill spoke of his dad, it was always a tale of a hardworking man who shared his grit and determination with his family. The stories were filled with Bill’s pride that his date created and built things to improve people’s lives–especially their homes. My condolences to you, Bill, and all those who loved Kenny in this time of loss.
Pamela Newkirk
Kenny you will be missed here in New Jersey. Rip. We love you
Rose
What a beautiful video, has me crying. Kenny you will be dearly missed, but you are with Faye (Red) now and I know you are happy. We all had some great family times together. Bill, I am so sorry for your loss.
Glenn Tillman
Bill,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we have you in our thoughts back in Athens. Please take care of yourself and reach out if you need anything.
Glenn
Brian Migliavacca
Bill ,
So sorry to hear this , him and aunt Faye are back together now
Marilou
Billy So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing
He is with Faye now
Sorry I didn’t get to the service