Owen Carroll Shaffer

Owen C. Shaffer, age 95, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Born on September 11, 1930, in Columbus, Ohio, to Clara and Hoyt Shaffer, Owen lived a life marked by dedication, service, and joy.

Owen spent over 20 years as a Credit Manager at the Godman Shoe Company, where he was known for his integrity and professionalism. After retiring, he found a second calling as a devoted volunteer at The Ohio State University. For decades, he served as an usher at every home football game in Ohio Stadium-affectionately known as "The Horseshoe"-and at countless basketball, hockey, volleyball, and other sporting events at St. John Arena and the Schottenstein Center.

His volunteerism extended beyond sports. Owen worked events featuring world-renowned performers such as The Rolling Stones, The Bolshoi Ballet, The Three Tenors, Barbra Streisand, and Garth Brooks. He also worked major tournaments including the NCAA Frozen Four, OHSAA wrestling and basketball championships. His presence was a constant at the Ohio State University Golf Club, where he combined his love of service with his passion for golf.

A lifelong golf enthusiast, Owen played courses across Ohio and beyond. He especially cherished his time in the Miami, Florida area, where he played and worked at prestigious venues such as the Key Biscayne Golf Course, Trump Doral Golf Course, and the historic Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables.

Owen will be remembered for his enthusiasm, generosity, and unwavering Buckeye spirit. His legacy lives on in the many lives he touched through his work, volunteerism, and friendship.

He will always be in our hearts. He is survived by children and spouses; Billy and Tina, Dallas, TX, Bob and Janet, Pensacola, FL, Becky Shaffer-Barkett, Miami, FL, Brad and Paddy, Dublin, OH, Mark and Melvina, Ocala, FL, Tom and Rita, Groveport, OH. Grandchildren and spouses, Beth Taylor and Ron Pigman, Mike Taylor, Chris and Emily, Robin and Jordan, Alexis (Lexie), Matthew Barkett, Jennifer, Samantha, and Danielle and Nathan. Nine great grandchildren. Preceded in death by wife, Ruth Shaffer (1995) and grandson, Lee Shaffer (2019).

He will be missed and loved forever.

Friends and family are invited to a visitation at Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home, 650 W. Waterloo St., Canal Winchester, Ohio, on Sunday, September 28, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, Canal Winchester, has been entrusted with helping the family through this difficult time. Online condolences may be made at www.spencefuneralhome.com.