Obituary of Robert L. Shampang

Robert L. Shampang MORRIS - Robert L. Shampang, 78, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2015 with his family at his side. Robert was born Nov. 9, 1936 the son of Archie and Sarah Shampang of Morris. After high school, Bob went to work for the Scintilla Division of the Bendix Corporation (currently Amphenol) in Sidney and retired in 1998 after working there 43 years. He married Betty J. Van Allen on Nov. 12, 1960. Bob was an avid outdoorsman and ran Shampang's Sport Shop on Route 8, Bainbridge, from 1976-1992. Bob was a member of the Black Feather Bowman Archery Club and was an archery safety course instructor. Bob is survived by his wife of 54 years, Betty; his son, David Shampang; a daughter, Deborah Shannon; two step-daughters, Susan Belknap and Vicky Richardson; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and grandchildren. Robert was predeceased by his parents and a son, Daniel Robert Shampang. Calling hours will be at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main Street, Sidney on Wednesday, May 27th from 6-9 p.m. Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Prospect Hill Cemetery in Sidney. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.