David Puhl

David Michael Puhl passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022 in Munich, Germany.
He was born on October 16, 1954 in Pittsburgh, PA to George and Julia (Roll) Puhl. He graduated from Baldwin High School in Pittsburgh in 1973. He then moved to the Mont Alto/Chambersburg area to attend Penn State Mont Alto. In 1975, he met his new best friend, his wife of 42 years, Cathy Shearer Puhl.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, Andrew Puhl (Megan) of Munich, Germany and Micah Puhl (Lindsay) of Montrose, Colorado, his three grandchildren, who had a special place in his heart, Skadi and Alder Puhl of Munich, Germany and Cooper Puhl of Montrose, Colorado.
He is also survived by a sister, Nancy Matteo (Lawrence) of Glenside, PA a brother, Edward Puhl (Dorothy) of Gettysburg, PA, his mother-in-law, Peggy Shearer, who was his second mother, brothers-in- law Randall Shearer (Lori) of Fayetteville, PA and Timothy Shearer (Toni) of Fayetteville PA. He also had several nieces and nephews, three great nieces and nephews, and aunts, uncles and many cousins. His cat, Stella, was his second favorite girl, and she will miss his love and friendship.
Dave was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Jessica Haley Puhl, and his father-in-law, Paul Shearer.
The majority of Dave’s career was in the transportation industry as a short haul driver and then as a transportation specialist. He worked for Gabler Trucking and then Cressler Trucking prior to retiring in 2008.
Dave attended Grandpoint Church for over 40 years. Since COVID, it was online, but continued his attendance and learning of God’s word.
Dave loved his family and friends. Many of his activities and travels included trips with or to see family and friends. Dave also loved the outdoors. He loved hunting, camping and just sitting outside watching the birds in his backyard. He enjoyed the beach and ocean. Nothing was better than sitting on the beach with the wind moving through his hair. He also loved Virginia Tech sports; therefore, his favorite colors were orange and burgundy.
He had many hobbies that included stained glass, woodworking, and photography. His friends and family often received gifts made by him.
He was a quiet person but if he spoke, you should listen because he had something you wanted to learn from him. He often said he lived by two words, “I tried”. His wife would add, “He did”!
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at Grand Point Church in Chambersburg at 12:00 p.m. with a visitation one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Delaware Seashore Preservation Foundation (specifically RestoretheTower.org), Penn Medicine (Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations, 3535 Market Street, Suite 750, Philadelphia PA (Heart and Vascular Unit)) or the American Heart Association.