Donald C. Sheffer
April 19, 1936 ~ June 14, 2013
Born in: Victory Heights, Pennsylvania
Donald C. Sheffer, 77, of Cochranton, PA died at his home on Friday, June 14, 2013 of natural causes. Born April 19, 1936 in Victory Heights, PA, Donald was the son of John D. Sheffer and Laree Day of Franklin, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, James A. Scheffer and Warren (Duran) Sheffer; his son Donald E. Sheffer of Tylersburg; and one great-grandson, Brandon Sheffer. Donald is survived by his wife of 58 years, Savinna I. (Doverspike) Sheffer and seven children, John W. Sheffer and wife, Hallie of Fairfield, PA; Linda Wareham and husband, Ronald of Stoneboro, PA; George C. Sheffer and wife, Juanita (Chip) of Greenville, PA; Harry Sheffer and wife, Marsha of Smethport, PA; Dale Sheffer of Cochranton, PA; Patricia Paris and husband, Tim of Plainfield, Indiana; and Mark Sheffer and wife, Tabitha of Spring Branch, Texas. He is additionally survived by 20 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Mr. Sheffer was retired from Joy Manufacturing after 33 years of service. Donald was a member of the Pioneer Steam Gas Engine Society and the Nitney Antique Machinery Association. He was also a life member of the NRA, the Mercer County Antique Power Association, and the Oil City Cycle Club. He enjoyed gardening and tractor shows. He was also a volunteer for the Utica Volunteer Fire Department. Friends will be received at the Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin, on Monday, June 17, 2013, from 3-7 pm. The family will conduct a funeral service on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at 11:00 am at the funeral home. Interment will be in Knox Union Cemetery The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Utica Firehall and/or the Pioneer Steam and Gas Engine Society. To send online condolences, flowers, cards, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.
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Our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. You and your family are in our prayers.
Dean and Judy (Nolf) Spencer
Dear Savinna and Family,
We only learned of your lose tonight but our love and prayers are with you. We will miss seeing Donald at the Doverspike Reunion and from reading of his accomplishments he will be missed by many.
May the Holy Spirit comfort you now and in the days ahead with thoughts of the many years of happiness you had.
With Sincere Sympathy, Cousin Fred and Connie Doverspike
Please accept our deepest sympathy and our prayers for the family. It was always a pleasure to talk to Don and I learned a lot from our talks.
We will keep you in our prayers
Les & Nancy Clark
Deepest Sympathy – Sarge, Butch & Sandy & family, Tim & Derrick, Brian & Trisha & family, Chris & Tammy & Brandon
Aunt savinna & Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of uncle don’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Aunt Savinna & family,
We are sorry to hear about Uncle Don. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
I receive daily messages from Venango Explorer.Com. So sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Aunt Savinna and family,
So sorry to hear of Uncle Don’s passing. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you.
Sis and family,
We are so shocked and saddened to hear about Don. We will miss him with the Pioneer family and our shows and meetings. He was the real deal and we enjoyed talking to him about so many things.You and your family have our sympathy and pray that God gives you strength to help you through this.
Chuck and Judy Dengler
Saegertown, Pa
So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband – missed both of you Tuesday night at your monthly dinner at the Log Cabin Restaurant. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marji