Jeffrey Marc Shaffer, 68, of Hermitage, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 8, 2024, in his home.

Mr. Shaffer was born on March 3, 1956, in Sharon, a son of the late Stanley and Twila (Frampton) Shaffer. A lifelong area resident, he was a 1974 graduate of Hickory High School.

Jeff was employed as a diesel mechanic at Dean's Dairy, Sharpsville, and retired after more than 40 years of service.

Jeff was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Sharon.

An outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and big toys. He also liked to garden and looked forward to canning his vegetables. Jeff was also an animal lover, especially his dog, Nitro.

He is survived by two sons, Jacob Jeffrey Shaffer, Sharpsville, and Zachary Marc Shaffer, Hermitage; a sister, Luann Gill; three brothers, Stanley J. Shaffer and his wife Bonnie, Dave Shaffer and his wife Pamela, and Matthew Shaffer and his wife Gina, all of Hermitage; a niece and four nephews, Benjamin, Joshua, Travis, Sheila and Shawn; and many great nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Jeff was preceded in death by his wife, the former Lori Ann Tomorie, whom he married on June 25, 1987.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the Humane Society of Mercer County, PO Box 1046, Hermitage, PA 16146.

Calling hour will be 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday (12/12/2024) in Christ Lutheran Church, 396 Buhl Blvd., Sharon. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.McGonigleFuneralHomeandCrematory.com

Funeral service will immediately follow at 5 p.m. Thursday, in the church, with Rev. Dennis Blauser, officiating.

Interment: Christ Lutheran Church Columbarium, Sharon.