Obituary of Scott S. Shafer

Scott Stamler Shafer, of Ransomville, NY died on December 05, 2018 after a brief illness, surrounded by the love of his family and lifelong friends.

Born on June 12, 1959 in Niagara Falls, NY Scott was the son of Patricia Shafer of Youngstown, NY. He is survived by two children, Jennifer (Jonathan) Payne and Dr. Jonathan Shafer; sister Dr. Starrin Shafer; brother Steven (Stephanie) Shafer; grandchildren Natalie and Emilee and extended family. He was predeceased by his father Roy Shafer and a sister Suzanne Koepsell.

A graduate of North Tonawanda High School, Scott earned a degree in Applied Science, Computer Aided Design and Mechanical Engineering Technology from Niagara County Community College and began his career in the engineering and construction industries. Scott worked construction for Herbert F. Darling Inc. and Schmoyer Construction Co., engineering for Delphi Thermal and most recently as a Project Manager with Shannon Enterprises in North Tonawanda.

An avid sportsman, Scott enjoyed spending time outdoors, hunting and fishing. He loved tending his garden in the summer months, snowmobiling in the winter and supporting the Buffalo hometown teams.

Scott loved spending time with his family including his special Aunt Jill, his mother Pat and was especially proud of the accomplishments of his daughter Jennifer and son Jonathan.

Visitations will be held on FRIDAY (Dec 14) from 4-7 PM at the HARDISON FUNERAL HOMES INC. 3648 Ransomville Rd. Ransomville, NY 14131. Burial will take at 11:00 AM on SATURDAY in Oakland Rural Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Ransomville Vol Fire Co. or Roswell Park Alliance Foundation PO Box 631 Buffalo, NY 14240 in support of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.