William Shamp

Oakfield- On November 9th, 2023, William “Bill” L. Shamp passed away at his residence in Oakfield, N.Y.

Bill is survived by his wife of 61 years Diane (Maha) Shamp of Oakfield. Also surviving, son Larry Shamp of North Carolina, his son in law Larry Hinz Jr. of Batavia, grandson Joseph (Robin) Hinz, great granddaughter Esme Alice Hinz of Brockport, granddaughter Suzanne Hinz Cole, and great grandsons Charles and Anthony Cole of East Rochester, sisters, Martha Jones of South Carolina, Nelli Grasso and brother Jerry Shamp of Largo Florida.

Bill was predeceased in death by his parents, Elise Keidle and Everett Shamp; brothers, Ronald (Bev) Shamp and Adelbert (Carolyn) Shamp; son, Paul Shamp; daughter, Patricia Shamp Hinz and daughter in law, Carolyn Shamp.

Bill served in the N.Y. National Guard of the Batavia Armory for 9 years. He was a proud Army Reservist for 16 years. Bill served as a First Responder and was head of Fire Police for the Oakfield Fire Dept for 49 years. Bill retired from the Town of Oakfield Highway Dept. after over 30 years of service.

Friends and family are invited to call on November 19, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Burdett & Sanford funeral home,11 Maple Ave, Oakfield, N.Y. where Bill’s funeral and committal service will immediately follow the calling hours. The family has invited everyone to a luncheon following the committal service at the Oakfield Fire Department, 20 Albert Street, Oakfield, N.Y.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill’s memory to the Oakfield Fire Department, 20 Albert Street, Oakfield, N.Y. 14125.