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Jack Schiefelbein Obituary
JACK LOUIS SCHIEFELBEIN
September 16, 1945 ˜ October 31, 2024
Jack was born in Kansas City, MO, and later moved to Portland, OR., with his family. In 1974, he started a business remanufacturing heavy equipment in Vancouver, WA, founding Electro Inc., which became known for building LeTourneau aftermarket components. Jack enjoyed motorcycles, hunting, fishing, time at his beach house, and traveling. He is survived by his longtime companion Sharon Shaffer, his son Joel, daughters Stephanie and Keri, five grandsons, and three granddaughters. He was previously married to Prudence Schiefelbein, mother of Joel and Stephanie. Jack was preceded in death by his father Edward, mother Garnet, sister Lynn McDowell, and son James. A memorial service will be held on Jan. 25, 2025, at the Oak Tree Restaurant in Woodland, WA from 4 to 7 p.m. Flowers are appreciated or donations can be made in honor of Jack to the SW Washington Humane Society.
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Ralph Pond
September 16, 2025
Miss you Jack. You were one of the good ones.
Love you
Linda Mathews
January 29, 2025
We only met Jack once, we were selling some vintage boat chairs as it was 2008, my husband had lost his job at Nike after 12 years, we had a young toddler and a daughter with Down syndrome as well as heart issues. We agreed to meet him in Vancouver as we lived in Beaverton. I think he saw two tired and worried parents, he doubled what we were asking and I just hope he knew how much we appreciated his kindness that day. My condolences to your family. The World was blessed to have such a caring man.
Diana girard
January 14, 2025
Joel and Stephanie I´m so sorry to hear about your father´s passing. Your dad´s smile and laughter will always be in my memory . He will be missed. Love Diana girard
Ralph Pond
January 7, 2025
So long my friend we have known each other for many years and I enjoyed every bit of it. I feel very sad that our visits and phone calls have come to an end for now. I will see you on the other side when I get there.
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