Douglas L. Shearer, 62, of 218 Holiday Acres Drive, Orlando, Florida, passed away the afternoon of Aug. 21, 2022, at Orlando Hospital Medical Center. Douglas was born April 28, 1960, in New Castle, the son of James and Georgeanna "Dolly" (Kopsky) Shearer.
He was a graduate of New Wilmington High School, class of 1978. Following graduation, he attended the University of Miami. Douglas was of the Roman Catholic faith. Douglas retired after numerous years as a self-employed concrete finisher with several local companies, including Walt Disney.
In addition to his parents, Douglas is survived by his brother, Todd W. (Shanay) Shearer of Boston, New York and two grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents; brother, Jeff Shearer; and son, Michael Shearer.
Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to noon on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022. A memorial service will be celebrated following visitation at noon at the Noga Funeral Home Inc. 1142 Mill St., New Castle. Dr. Joseph Ross from Holy Spirit Parish, St. Camillus site will officiate. Burial will take place afterward in Fair Oaks Cemetery in New Wilmington.
Eternal rest grant unto Douglas, O Lord. Let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.