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Lee Shaffer Obituary
Evansville, IN
Lee Humphrey Shaffer, 62, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2017 at Hamilton Pointe in Newburgh. He was born on August 27, 1954 to the late Anne Ford Shaffer and Gerald Shaffer in Evansville.
Lee attended Washington Elementary School, Bosse High School and Indiana University, where he graduated in 1976 with a degree in Business. While at IU, Lee lived at the Phi Delta Theta house where he developed long-lasting friendships with his "Brothers in the Bond." He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals and Indiana Hoosiers fan. After graduation, he continued in the family auction business, hosting many auctions of real estate and personal property. Recently, Lee had resided at a Willow Park Retirement Community and developed many friendships there.
He is survived by brother, Tom Shaffer (Joyce) of Walterboro, SC and sister, Jane Lee (Rex) of Loveland, OH. He is also survived by niece, Lauren Shaffer McKinney and nephews, Andrew Shaffer and Benjamin Lee. He was preceded in passing by his parents.
Visitation will be held at East Side Christian Church, 2001 Bayard Park Drive, on Saturday, January 28 at 9:30 am. A celebration of life service will follow at 11:30 a.m. with Dr. Linda Parker officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to East Side Christian Church.
Ziemer Funeral Home is handling arrangements, and condolences may be made online at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com.
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Rise' McGough
November 29, 2020
I knew Lee at IU and just learned of his passing. He was a good friend during college. My sympathies.
Paul Utley
April 14, 2019
I am sorry to hear of his passing. We both went to East Side Christian Church and in Boy Scouts together. My sympathy to all of his family
Linda McGraw
January 27, 2017
I met Lee when I was a waitress at Hornets Nest - some years ago. We crossed paths again volunteering for a Heart Association fund raiser committee. He was my "date." Never went to a prom but I had borrowed a prom dress from my friends daughter and he picked me up and he made me feel so special. He was the auctioneer that night and I was proud of him.
Tom Angermeier
January 27, 2017
Good Guy. The world is a lesser place without him
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Shellie Krantz
January 27, 2017
Lee had the best smile, and a great demeanor. I am so glad we had a chance to share a few great memories together, To his family, you have my sympathy, he was special.
barbara woodruff
January 25, 2017
a good man .gone too soon!
Scott Schapker
January 25, 2017
I knew Lee from many years ago. Many good times playing softball together. Hate to hear of his passing. My condolences to the Shaffer family.
January 24, 2017
I knew Lee at willow park, he was well liked and will be missed. Joyce
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