Eugene Charles Sheffer
November 9, 1932 ~ September 2, 2022
Born in: Knox, Pennsylvania
Eugene C. Sheffer, 89, of Franklin passed away in the early morning hours of September 2, 2022 at Oakwood Heights, Oil City.
He was born on November 9, 1932 in Clarion County to the late Marshall G. and Ruth (Weaver) Sheffer.
Eugene proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War Era.
On August 22, 1959, he married to love of his life, the former Marjorie M. McDowell. She preceded Eugene in death in 2018 leaving a void in his heart and life.
Eugene was a member of the Rocky Grove Ave Presbyterian Church. He was the President of the Retired Teacher's Association PASR for two years. He loved sports, especially basketball, and enjoyed playing baseball during his time in the Army. He was very active in his community and loved participating in volunteer work at the Rocky Grove Fire Department along side his wife, Marjorie. He loved to travel, read, and work in his garden. Eugene was a joy to be around and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He loved attending his grandchildren's sporting events.
Left to cherish his wonderful memory are his sons, Curtis Sheffer and his wife, Cheri of Ft. Pierce, FL and Rodney Sheffer and his wife, Rhonda of Seneca; his grandchildren, Alexis (Sheffer) Johnson of Pittsburgh, Dechlyn Sheffer of New York City, NY, Leigh Anna Sheffer of Port St. Lucie, FL, Joshua Hackett of Melborne, FL, and Serena Sheffer of Ft. Pierce, FL; his great-grandchildren, James Croisetiere and Claire Croisetiere of Port St. Lucie, FL, and Eloise Hackett of Melbourne, FL; and his sister-in-law, Dorothy (Sheffer) Waldock.
In addition to his parents and wife, Eugene is preceded in death by his infant son, Gregory; his brothers, Donald Sheffer and William Sheffer; and his sister, Mary Ellen Rhoades.
Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at Rocky Grove Ave Presbyterian Church, 321 Rocky Grove Ave, Franklin, PA 16323, from 11 am - 1 pm. Funeral services for Eugene will be held immediately following the visitation at 1 pm with Pastor Joe Martin, retired pastor, officiating.
Military honors will be accorded by the V.E.T.S. Honor Guard.
Eugene will be laid to rest next to his wife at Sunset Memorial Hill Gardens, Seneca.
Memorial contributions can be made in Eugene's memory to Rocky Grove Ave Presbyterian Church, 321 Rocky Grove Ave, Franklin, PA 16323, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, and/or Camp Lambec, 13110 Old Lake Rd, West Springfield, PA 16443.
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Eugene's Book of Memories at www.WarrenFH.com.
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We are so sorry for you loss. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Bob and Jill Alden and Millie Cozad
He was a gentle giant of sorts to (an adult now ) a former student of his elementary school. He never forgot his “kids” and as kids we grew to appreciate his kindness yet authority.
Much love and sympathy to his family.
We would like to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved father and grandfather. He was a wonderful man, a dedicated educator, and a person who truly made a difference in our community. He will always be fondly remembered and will never be forgotten. Please know that our thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy are with your family at this sad and difficult time. Wishing you comfort and peace as you remember the happy times you shared…
Keith and Rosalyn Miller
Rod and his Family:
Words can only express the kind of life Eugene lived. Served in the Army during the Korean War. Dechlin and Alexis you both are so privileged to have the parents you have and the Grampa you just lost.You are all very lucky that you have each other.
Today, Heaven is where a Fantastic Human Being, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend will make his Final Ride. We will miss you Eugene and R.I.P.. God Bless You. And Thank You for Serving Our Country.
To the Family of Gene I am so sorry for your loss Gene will be missed by many I’ve known him for a very long time he and marge was very nice to me I will miss him very much
Rod,Rhonda,Dechlin and Alexis
Words can only express what kind of life Eugene Sheffer lived.
Dechlin and Alexis you are so privileged to have the parents you have and the Grandpa you have just lost. Today, Heaven is where a Gentleman,Father,Brother, Grandfather and Great Grandfather and Friends is going for his very Last Ride. Eternal Peace will be what Eugene will have from here on in. Til we all meet again. R.I.P. and God Bless You Eugene and God Bless Rod and Kurt. We love you very much.
I was a student of Mr. Sheffer. My Aunt was a teacher in Valley Grove. He became a patient of mine. He was always a very kind person and will be missed.
Blessings.
So sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. I worked with him when he taught in the R.G. Elem. School where I was the clerk in the office. He was a good friend.
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Curt, Rod, and family-My condolences to you all. Your dad was a great guy and will be missed by all who know him.
Patty McGarry Elliott
Rod,Curt and family. We are so sorry to hear of your dads passing. He was such a great guy and a wonderful principal. Sending lots of prayers to everyone! Marci and Jim Montgomery
Curt and Rod and to your families. Marci and I cannot come tomorrow due to working. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your dad was not just our principal , but a wonderful man. I got to work with him and your mom at many firehall functions . He would always pick on me. I will miss him as I miss your mom. Hugs and prayers to all of you. Fae Michelle Hurt and Marci Montgomery.
Family and Friends of Eugene Sheffer,
May God comfort and support you in the time of your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
“Let not your heart be troubled; ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions. If it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.” John 14: 1 -3
May God Bless and Keep You,
Lou Slautterback
Curt, Rod and all the family: I reach out to you with my heart at this time of loss. I also will be missing your dad as I have missed your mom. They were wonderful neighbors. I feel privileged to known them these past 20 or so years.
Shirley Givens
Rod, Rhonda, Lexi and Dechlyn
We are so very sorry for your loss, but rejoice in his reunions in heaven with Marj and Gregory. I am sorry that I couldn’t take work off to come to pay my respects, but you have been in my thoughts and prayers daily, and I will continue to pray for peace and comfort for you. Your dad (Grandpa) was very special to my family. My brother John told me in recent years that Mr. Sheffer was about the only teacher he ever respected. That’s a lot from my “not a big fan of formal education” brother. Love, hugs, and prayers,
Mike and Wendy McKain
So sorry for your loss! Prayers to the family
We were so sorry to hear of your dad‘s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
The Dan Fisher family