David "Pete" Short
May 27, 1959 - August 10, 2018
MATOAKA – David “Pete” Short, 59, of Matoaka, died Friday, August 10, 2018. Born May 27, 1959 in Bluefield, he was the son of the late Bruce Otis Short and Janice Shrader Short. Mr. Short attended Matoaka High School and was a former construction worker. He enjoyed fishing, swimming and spending time with his friends. He was a member of the Christian Church in Matoaka. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two siblings, Steve Short and Melissa Short Shrader. Survivors include his significant other of 24 years, Mabel Lewis; siblings, Mike Short and wife Meryl of Lumbard, IL, Edna “Sissy” Blevins and husband James “J.P.” of Rock, Pamela Short and significant other Roy Pendergrass of Lamar, Darrell Wiley of Rock and Todd Huffman and wife Becky of Peterstown; several special nieces and nephews, including Tiff Taff of Rock; and Mabel’s special granddaughter, Murt of Lashmeet. The body has been cremated and there will be no services at the funeral home. A graveside service will be at a later date at Sandlick Cemetery. Arrangements by Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.bailey-kirk.com.
MATOAKA – David “Pete” Short, 59, of Matoaka, died Friday, August 10, 2018. Born May 27, 1959 in Bluefield, he was the son of the late Bruce Otis Short and Janice Shrader Short. Mr. Short attended Matoaka High School and... View Obituary & Service Information