Sgt. Dean R. Shaffer

RIP. Thank you for your Service!

To Deans mother.I know its been8yrs susan but I know theres a day that goes by you dont think of your son.I think of him often to.much love to you susan.your friend melissa Arispe june16,2020 Texas

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and to also let the Shaffer Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. ...

I am still coping with this news, and am terribly sorry for the loss of this fine and brave young man. Funny, it seems I can no longer call him a kid anymore.
As Dean's recruiter in Pekin, I found him to be one of the nicest kids I met out there, and an old soul at the same time. He rarely had a harsh word for anyone, and was always willing to help someone should they need it.
One day this will all make sense, and then again, maybe it won't.
To his family, I sincerly send out my...

I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Dean will never be forgotten.

For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I'm home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I'm only a civilian
And I don't even know if it's allowed

But I salute you; allow me the honor

My deepest condolences to the family of sgt. Dean Shaffer, my name is Sierra Molina, wife of Jose Molina. Shaffer and my husband Jose were so incredibly close. When I finally moved out to Hawaii I had the honor of meeting and getting to know Shaffer. He was truly a great man, always a smile on his face, always joking and being the life of the party. He wasn't afraid to be silly or be straight forward. He was sure of himself and knew the man he was. There were many times he was there to give...