Melvin P. Shaffer

Melvin P. Shaffer, 81, of Union Twp., passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Sunday evening, February 1, 2026, in UPMC Jameson Hospital.

Mr. Shaffer was born December 13, 1944, in New Castle, a son of the late Walter P. and Frances G. (Moore) Shaffer, and graduated from New Castle High School in 1963.

Melvin enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps on September 26, 1963, and valiantly served two tours of duty in Vietnam. He was awarded three service medals prior to being honorably discharged on September 25, 1967.

For 46 years, Melvin worked in the fiberglass unit at Universal Rundle in New Castle, retiring in 2014.

He was of the Methodist Faith.

Earlier in his life, Melvin was an avid runner and completed several marathons, and continued to enjoy exercising his entire life, most recently at Challenges.

His loving wife of 56 years, Doris (Emery) Shaffer, whom he married September 13, 1969, survives at home.

Melvin is also survived by a son, Steven Shaffer (Ronda), of New Castle; a daughter, Julie Kline (Bobby), of Anchorage, AK; and three grandchildren, Ellen Matarazzo (John), William Shaffer, and Jillian Kline.

In addition to his parents, Melvin was preceded in death by a brother, Alan Shaffer.

In keeping with his wishes, there will be no visitation.

A private service will be held amongst family.

Entombment will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA.