David M. Shorie, age 64 of Canton, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 23, 2019. He was born on September 8, 1954. David graduated from Oakwood High School in 1972, and the University of Akron in 1976. He was a proud employee of the Hoover Company for over 30 years. David was a member of Christ the Servant Parish and was active in his community. He enjoyed working at the Stark County Board of Elections polling locations, and served on several Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Week Festival committees. When he was not volunteering, he enjoyed attending McKinley football games with his father and brother. From an early age, he had a keen interest in trains and railroad systems. Other interests included attending the Pro Football Hall of Fame events, researching the history of Canton, keeping up with the latest forms of technology, and participating in numerous Shorie Family Fun Days. David was a dearly loved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, son, and brother. He will be remembered for his selfless devotion to his family, especially his two granddaughters, who cherished every moment spent with their Papa. David is preceded in death by his mother Norma (Lanzi) Shorie. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years Diane; father John Shorie Sr.; children Angela (Kevin) Clark, Stephanie Shorie; and two grandchildren, Audrey and Annemarie. He is also survived by his brother John (Becky) Shorie, Jr.; and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at the Rossi Family Funeral Home, 730 30 ^th St. NW, on Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Christ the Servant Parish on Monday at 10 a.m, with Msgr. Lewis F. Gaetano as celebrant. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery.