Dean David Briggs

Dean “David” Briggs, 75, of Sharon, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Wednesday evening, November 11, 2026, in Hermitage Nursing and Rehab.

Mr. Briggs was born on July 20, 1951, in Batavia, NY, a son of the late Dean Davis and Janette (Athoe) Briggs. He was a 1970 graduate of Oakfield Alabama Central High School, Batavia, NY, and later earned a bachelor’s degree in communications from SUNY Geneseo.

As a young graduate, David worked as a radio broadcaster and also worked as a mechanic for Trailways Bus Co., both in Batavia, NY. Ultimately, he specialized in professional sales, primarily working in the HVAC industry.

David was of the Lutheran faith and grew up attending St. Paul Lutheran Church, Batavia, NY.

David was a man of many talents and endless interests who enjoyed tinkering with, building, or fixing just about anything. He loved spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, birdwatching, and gardening. David’s passions included music, woodworking, aviation, and history, particularly military history. He was a kind, funny, and sincere man who would always greet others with a smile, listen to their story, and lend a hand to those who needed help.

David was a great father and adoring grandfather who always put family and the ones he loved above all others.

David is survived by his beloved companion of nine years, Kathy Shaffer, with whom he made his home in Sharon; a son, Philip Briggs, of Batavia, NY; two daughters, Katherine “Katy” Briggs (Michael Mattern), Batavia, NY, and Christine Casinover (Edward), Sykesville, MD; a sister, Mary Ann Sprague (Thomas), of Amherst, NY; and three grandchildren, Anthony, Elliott, and Aidan.

Per David’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral service.