Harvey D. Shaffer, 79, of Warren, PA, and formerly of Scandia, PA, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 6, 2020, at his residence after a courageous battle with leukemia. Harvey was born April 28, 1941 in Osceola Mills, PA. to the late Harry and Dorothy Keith Shaffer. He was a longtime resident of Scandia, moving to Warren in February. Harvey was a 1960 graduate of Cambria High School, Ebensburg, PA. Harvey was a disabled veteran and had served with the U.S. Air Force from February 2, 1961 to February 1, 1965. He was employed as a roofer with Shaffer Sheetmetal and Roofing and was manager of the former Kinzua Field and Stream bait shop from 1979 to 1991. He was a proud member of the National Rifle Association. He had been raised in the Nazarene faith. He loved hunting and fishing. His family shared that Harvey is remembered as a dedicated and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He always took care of his family.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Judy Thompson Shaffer whom he married July 18, 1962 in Geneva, OH., 4 Children – Laura Winslow and husband, Andrew of Warren, PA., Tammy Fiscus and husband, Charles Jr. of Columbus, OH., Brenda Huntoon and husband, Brian of Warren, PA., Harvey L. Shaffer and his wife, Jillian, of Scandia, PA., 2 Brothers – Ed Shaffer and wife, Carol of Warren, PA., Dave Shaffer and wife, Zori, of Hamilton, Montana; 2 Sisters – Carol Sherry of Ebensburg, PA., Donna Jean Deetscreek and husband, Rick of Portage, PA., 12 Grandchildren, several Great Grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 Grandchildren – Scott Shaffer Fiscus and Kayla Shaffer Huntoon, and 2 Great Grandchildren – Calista Fiscus, and Farrah Fiscus.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Thursday, September 10, 2020, from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at which time a funeral service will be conducted with Rev. Marcus Briggs, Retired Minister, officiating. CDC mandates will be enforced with masks and 6-foot distancing. Interment will be in Oakland cemetery where full military honors will be conducted by members of the Clarendon/Sheffield V.F.W. Funeral Detail and U.S. Air Force personnel. CDC mandates will be enforced with masks and 6-foot distancing.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Wounded Warrior Project at www.woundedwarriorproject.org, or mailing to P. O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS, 66675-8516, or to the Warren Chapter of Disabled American Veterans, 210 North St., Warren, PA, 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
A beautiful, loving obituary honoring Uncle Harve. But that is because I can fill in all the gaps and I know what he meant to everyone and what a difficult loss this is. My love to all of you.
Hugs, Barbara
Thank you. Dad was a wounderful man loved by all.❤❤
I love how detailed this is! He is with many loved ones now and watching over everyone still here. Everyone has gained an amazing guarding angel!! I may not have been able to be there in person but i was there through my mom. We are all saddened by his passing.
Was saddened to see the news of Harve’s passing..You are all in my thoughts and prayers…
Condolences to all. He was a wonderful man.
I’m sadden to hear about uncle harvey. Yes he was and is a great man. Another angle to sit on our shoulders. I remember when we were kids, and uncle harvey taught me how to shoot a gun for the first time. I got to work in his shop after school every day. He showed me courage, and that if you want something, you gotta work for it. Lesson learned uncle harv. Thank you for everything you taught me. You’ll always be in my heart. Prayers for the family.
My Harvey Shaffer , more a brother than a brother in-law , you were loved deeply and have many wonderful memories ! Those crazy blueberries you so loved and. no one enjoyed picking ash. I just know The Lord has a special BLUE BERRY PATCH just for you to enjoy ! i love you you so very much and one day we will meet again! Rest in blessed peace !
Rest in the arms of our savior JESUS CHRIST ! Larry and i loved you deeply and one day we shall rejoice . together ! What wonderful loving memories we have
Sending prayers and condolences to Judy and all the family. I knew Harve and Judy when they lived in Geneva Ohio. He was a good man, and always worked hard for his family. May you find comfort in all the memories. And may the angels welcome him home.