Michael L. Schaffer

Michael L. Schaffer obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

Michael L. Schaffer

Michael Schaffer Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Weddell-Ajak Funeral Home - Aspinwall on Oct. 20, 2025.

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Michael L. Schaffer
Age 67 of Aspinwall, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, October 19, 2025. He was the son of the late Alexander and Audrey Schaffer; beloved husband of the late Kathryn "Kitty" Schaffer; loving father of Ashley (David) Metz; cherished grandfather of David, Tyler and Lucas Metz; dear brother of Chris (Terry) Schaffer, Pat (Mary Lou) Schaffer, Alex (Meg) Schaffer, Greg (Cassi) Schaffer and the late Mark, Joe and Chuckie Schaffer; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mike always said "goodnight never good bye"
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 22nd from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Weddell-Ajak Funeral Home, 100 Center Avenue, Aspinwall, where a blessing service will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m., followed by burial at All Saints Braddock Catholic Cemetery, Braddock Hills.
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