John Edward Shoup, 67, of Tyler, TX passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2020 after a battle with cancer.
He was born September 13, 1953 in Butler to the late Donald L. and Margaret (Look) Shoup.
John graduated from Butler High School in 1971 and attended Butler Community College.
After decades of employment locally, including ARMCO and owning a car detailing business, he moved to Tyler Texas where he was employed by Carrier. John preferred the warmer climate of Texas and made this his home for the last 16 years.
John was Roman Catholic by faith but later found
worship and recovery through The House of Disciples in Longview, Texas. John served as a mentor for fellow members.
John enjoyed both playing and watching televised golf. He was also an avid Pittsburgh Steeler fan.
John is survived by his 3 children, Dawn Marie Shoup of Slippery Rock, Corey Shoup of Butler, and Tina Hammons of Spring, TX; 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Also surviving are his sisters, Sally (Randy) Brown and Donalee (Bryan) Thomas of Butler. And a number of nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by a sister, Peggy, and a brother, David.
In keeping with John’s wishes to be brought back to his hometown, a private graveside service will be held at Calvary Cemetery in Butler PA, Arrangements through SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 NEW CASTLE RD. BUTLER, PA 16001, WWW.SPENCERDGEIBEL.COM