Norman Shaffer

Norman Shaffer, 91, of Overland Park, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4, at Louis Memorial Chapel (6830 Troost Ave., Kansas City, MO 64131), followed by burial at Rose Hill Cemetery. Shiva will be held at Village Shalom (5500 W. 123rd St., Overland Park, KS 66209) at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Village Shalom.

Norman was born on July 25, 1934, in Kansas City, MO, to Isadore and Addie Shaffer. He graduated from Southwest High School in 1953, attended the University of Missouri, and served in the U.S. Navy.

He married Sandi Shaffer in 1960, the love of his life. Though she passed away in 2001, he never stopped talking about her. Her memory remained close to his heart, and his love for her never stopped.

Norman was a born salesman and he built his career in industrial chemical sales. He loved delivering chemicals to the Kansas City Royals up until last year. Norman was an avid golfer and a dedicated Chiefs, Royals, and Mizzou fan - he never missed watching a game.

Norman lived at Village Shalom for four and a half years and shared a very special bond with so many of the residents. He always said how much he enjoyed the years he spent there with his friends. He was also an active member at Beth Torah Synagogue.

Family meant everything to him, and he deeply loved his children beyond measure. His grandchildren called him often and shared dinners with him during the week. Time together was what he treasured most.

Norman was preceded in death by his parents, Isadore and Addie; his sister, Beverly (Harris) Lee; and his beloved wife, Sandi.

Norman is survived by his three children: Randi (Bill) Lefko of Prairie Village, KS; Bryan (Tom Perkins) Shaffer of Los Angeles, CA; and Wendy Brand of Leawood, KS; his five grandchildren: Jeff (Caroline and great-granddaughter Ella) Lefko of San Diego, CA; Jonny (Natalie) Lefko of Fairway, KS; and Sandy, Taylor, and Lauren Brand, all of Leawood, KS; and his brother, Stewart of Walnut Creek, CA. A special thank you to Charlotte Kessler, who spent the past four years with him. Your companionship and devotion meant so much.

Norman will be deeply missed by his family and all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

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