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David A. Edgecomb, Sr. 1930-2025

David A. Edgecomb, Sr, age 95 of Shippensburg, passed away October 27, 2025 at home.

David A. Edgecomb, Sr.
David A. Edgecomb, Sr.

He was born February 2, 1930 in St. Johnsbury, VT to the late Ralph and Daisy (Cribbon) Edgecomb.

David was a US Army veteran and worked in commercial building construction for RS Noonan and later for JE Hurley.

He was a member of the VFW in Vermont, American Legion in Shippensburg, Eagles in Carlisle and the Elks. He was a life member of the NRA and operated Dave’s Small Engine Repair.

David enjoyed hunting, fishing, NASCAR, especially Kyle Larson, snowmobiles, golfing and had a Norton motorcycle.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Shirley M. (Paxton) Edgecomb; son, David A. Edgecomb, Jr of Dover, PA; daughter, Dolly L. Cotnoir and husband, Larry of Groton, VT; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Eleanor Feldmeyer and husband, John of Marion, PA.

David was preceded in death by 2 great-grandchildren.

Professional services have been entrusted to Dugan Funeral & Cremation, Ltd., 51 Asper Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257, where funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

A viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service. Rev. Richard Reese will officiate the funeral.

David will be laid to rest at Cumberland Valley Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Cumberland Valley Honor Guard Ritual Team.

To leave a condolence for the family, please visit the funeral home’s website.

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