Randy K Shaffer, 63
Randy K. Shaffer Sr., 63, of 166 Nadine Dr., New Castle, was surrounded by his family when he passed away. He died the afternoon of December 6, 2008 in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh.
Born January 31, 1945, in New Castle, to the late Randall M. Shaffer and Ruth Critchlow Shaffer, she survives. Randy was married to the former Renee R. Burdette for 13 years, she preceded him in death in 1978. He has been with his life partner, Ora Wimer, whom he shared and enjoyed 28 years together, she survives. Randy was Presbyterian.
Randy was a owner and operator truck driver for 25 years here in Lawrence County. He previously worked for New Castle Refractories for 6 years, he retired in 2003.
Randy was a former member of the Eagles, Moose, and Elks clubs in New Castle. He is a current member of the VFW Post #315. Randy enjoyed traveling, camping, bowling and going on cruises. He loved watching the Steelers and all golf tournaments. Randy also enjoyed his and Ora's parrot "Maggie".
Randy was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He held the rank of PVT, E-2, served from February 25, 1963 to January 17, 1966. Randy was an Aircraft Maintenance Crewman. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserve until February 24, 1969.
In addition to his mother, Ruth, and life partner, Ora, he was survived by two sons and daughter-in-laws, Randy K. and Diane Shaffer of New Castle, David A. and Bridgett Wimer of Beaver Falls, Pa; two daughters and son-in-law, Nadine H. Shaffer of New Castle, and Michele N. and Brian Mann of Ellwood City; two sisters, Sandy Taylor of Laguna Beach, CA, and Robyn A. Shaffer of New Castle; a number of nieces and nephews; ten Grandchildren and two Great-Grandchildren.
In addition to his father, Randall, and wife, Renee, Randy was preceded in death by a daughter Amy R. Shaffer.
Visitation for family and friends will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at the Noga Funeral Home, Inc., 1142 S. Mill St. New Castle.
A funeral service will be conducted at 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 9, at the funeral home. Rev. Fredrick Gilbert will offficiate. The New Castle Area Honor Guard will also perform full military rites following the service.
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Guestbook
RANDY JR.
Posted on December 7, 2008
WE LOVE YOU DAD. GOODBYE FOR NOW TILL I SEE YOU AGAIN IN HEAVEN.
Sandy Shaffer Taylor
Posted on December 7, 2008
Peace & Joy is yours, my beloved brother. Always the character & always fun, thank you for being my brother & sharing your life with me.
Jabber & Connie
Posted on December 7, 2008
We sure did have a lot of good times together. Until we see you again.........
Bridgett Wimer
Posted on December 7, 2008
I couldn't have been blessed with a more loving father-in-law. You will be missed more then you know. I can't wait to see your smiling face in Heaven. I love you.
Bridgett
Posted on December 7, 2008
Hawaii the place to be!
Nadine
Posted on December 8, 2008
We all miss you beyond words. We know you are happy and healthy in heaven.
New Castle Auto Wrecking
Posted on December 8, 2008
We are all thinking of you and send our heartfelt sympathy.
Michael Miller
Posted on December 8, 2008
I know you'll find Happiness in Heaven and your Family will find comfort in the memory of the Great person you obviously were.
Nadine
Posted on December 8, 2008
5 generations of Shaffers
Ora
Posted on December 8, 2008
It broke my heart to lose you, but you didn't go alone, part of me went with you, the day God called you home.
With All My Love,
Ora
Mary Mizner Nichols
Posted on December 8, 2008
Jane Called to let me know that Butch had passed. My heart felt sorrow is with you and the family. I'm glad
i got to see him in August and also was able to send a copy of the 4th grade class picture. Praying God's peace will fall on you and the family
Mike McBurney
Posted on December 8, 2008
My condolances to the entire family.
Bridgett and Ora
Posted on December 8, 2008
5 Generations of Shaffers
Bridgett and Ora
Posted on December 8, 2008
Hawaii 2006
Bridgett and Ora
Posted on December 8, 2008
Hawaii 2006
kalin
Posted on December 8, 2008
5 generations
Bridgett and Ora
Posted on December 8, 2008
Hawaii 2006
Ora
Posted on December 8, 2008
The Gang!!
Judith McBurney Richards
Posted on December 8, 2008
I smile just remembering all the fun we had as neighbors when we just kids, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pete McBurney
Posted on December 8, 2008
My condolances to the whole family. Stories of our antics between the ages of 7 to 12, fill a great chapter in my life. Miss you Butch, Petey.
Michele
Posted on December 9, 2008
You have brought great joy & laughter into my life.Thank you for being part of my family.I will miss you.
Renee
Posted on December 9, 2008
i love you much pap i can't belive you are gone
Robyn Shaffer
Posted on December 9, 2008
My big brother, always there with a helping hand, a smile, or a joke when I needed it. I love you.
Robyn Shaffer
Posted on December 9, 2008
My big brother, always there with a helping hand, a smile, or a joke when I needed it. I love you.
Viola Bessell McMurray
Posted on December 9, 2008
You, BJ and Nadene, have my deepest sympathy. My thoughts will be with you through the next few days of stress and sorrow.
God Bless,
Aunt Viola
Norma Jean and Bill Hines
Posted on December 9, 2008
Dear Dave and Bridgett, You are both in our thoughts and prayers. We know how very hard it is to deal with the loss of a parent. God Bless you both. Love Aunt Norma Jean and Uncle Bill
Harold and Barb Wright
Posted on December 9, 2008
All of you have our sympathy. Our thoughts will be with you Randy gave me my first job driving tractor trailer and we had a lot of good times together. He'll be missed.
Sandy Shaffer Taylor
Posted on December 9, 2008
Sunset in Laguna Beach at the exact time of Butchie's service
Sandy
Posted on December 9, 2008
A message if clear enough to read, sending while listening to Anne Murray's Inspirational Classics CD
Lynda Deemer
Posted on December 10, 2008
Randy I am going to miss hearing your voice when you answer the phone when I call to talk to Ora. It was always good to hear your voice and to talk to you. I know you are in a better place now, but you are really going to be missed. On till we meet again in heaven. Love, Lynda
Mariah Machnikowski
Posted on December 12, 2008
I love you and will miss you Uncle Butch!
