LEXINGTON, N.C. — Robert Ray “Bob” Shaak, 78, of West Second Avenue, died Friday, Sept. 17 at his home after declining health.
Shaak was born Dec. 14, 1942, in Lebanon, Pa., to Ray and Dorothy Fisher Shaak. He was a graduate of Catawba College and a member of First Reformed United Church of Christ.
Shaak began his career in furniture at Dixie Furniture, where he served as vice president of sales. He later worked as vice president of sales for Thomasville Furniture and as vice president of Hickory White.
Later, Shaak came out of retirement to serve as president and CEO of Linwood Furniture.
Preceded in death by his wife, Dawn Koonts Shaak, Shaak is survived by two children, four grandchildren and a sister.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Sept. 26, at First Reformed United Church of Christ in Lexington, N.C. by the Rev. Elizabeth Horton. Inurnment will follow in the church columbarium. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church fellowship hall. It is the request of the family and church policy that masks be worn inside the church buildings at all times.
Donations or memorials may be made to First Reformed United Church of Christ or the donor’s choice.
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