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Robert Shiffer Obituary
Bob Shiffer passed away peacefully in his sleep June 3, 2016 after battling declining health issues for many months. He was 84. A force to be reckoned with, in business or personal, he was salt of the earth mid-western stock; shrewd and keen of mind, tough as nails, a self-made man, truly one of a kind. He was an overwhelming presence; unfortunate to be on his wrong side, he was kind and helpful to those he trusted and loved. From Iowa, to the US Coast Guard during the Korean War, to the UW, to a long engineering career at Boeing and a good retirement, he lived a long and purposeful life. He was a good man, a good father, friend and husband, and will be sorely missed. He is survived by his wife, Lee Anne Shiffer, son Robert Kenneth Shiffer, daughter Lee Ann Allen, granddaughter Olivia Katarina Shiffer, and his very close friend, Kevin Fitz.
Please feel free to attend a memorial at The Cove in Normandy Park July 9th from 6:00pm to 10:00pm.
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Joy Henley
June 27, 2016
Once upon a time I was interviewed for a Boeing position by Robert. I felt a little out of my realm in the secretarial field - with limited experience, but Robert made the interview easy. When he called to tell me I landed the job, he told me I did something no other applicant did. He said it was why he chose me. He told me I looked him in the eyes and said I really wanted the job! I liked this guy! He believed in this girl who lacked self-confidence and gave her a chance. I will always remember his kindness and our chats. I greatly admired this man. My condolences to all of Robert's family...God bless you.
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