On July 3, 1952, during an assault against an enemy position, Shuck was killed by sniper fire while helping to evacuate casualties.

His citation reads: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a squad leader of Company G, in action against enemy aggressor forces.

When his platoon was subjected to a devastating barrage of enemy small-arms, grenade, artillery, and mortar fire during an assault against strongly fortified hill positions well forward of the main line of resistance, S/Sgt.

Shuck, although painfully wounded, refused medical attention and continued to lead his machine gun squad in the attack.

Shuck, by his fortitude and great personal valor in the face of overwhelming odds, served to inspire all who observed him.