Kenneth L. Schiffer, 63, of Butler, PA passed away on Friday, March 6, 2020 at his residence.
He was born on September 12, 1956 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Wallace C. Schiffer and Mildred M. (Kral) Schiffer.
Ken worked as a Civil Engineer for Spang & Company where he retired in June 2016.
Ken’s family and friends knew him as a selfless man of integrity whose loving and patient nature made him a wonderful husband, brother, father, step-father, and grandpap. He was a supportive faithful friend and co-worker. Although his height and size may have been intimidating to those who didn’t know him, he was truly a gentle giant. Ken will be remembered for his frugal nature and quiet strength. He left a beautiful legacy of reverent faith, believing in God’s goodness and living his life with the hope of one day hearing his Savior say, “Well done, good and faithful servant”. Ken’s example of how to live well and die in peace will never be forgotten. Ken was a faithful attendee of The Community Alliance Church. He was a member of the Penn State Alumni and Founding Father of the Pack-Rat Promise Pals. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and family gatherings..
Ken is survived by his loving spouse Vicki Schiffer whom he married on January 10, 2003; five sons, Aaron (Sharon) Schiffer of Ipswich, MA, David Schiffer of Wheeling, WVa, Thomas Schiffer of Aurora, CO, Kyle (Haley) Myers of Sanford, FL, and Keith (Sarah) Myers of Butler, PA; three daughters, Pamela (Ed) Kelley of Sigel, PA, Cori Myers of Butler, PA, and Candice Myers of LaVerne, TN; 13 grandchildren; one brother, William (Cindy) Schiffer of Blacksburg, VA; one sister, Kathleen (William) Albertson of Magnolia, TX; one sister-in-law, Lauri (Daniel) Bowen of Greenville, PA; and a number of nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his nephew, Luke Schiffer.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at the Community Alliance Church, 800 Mercer Road Butler, PA, with Pastor Steve Van Slyke, officiating.
Following the memorial service, friends are welcome to an open house at 128 Claytonia Rd., Butler, PA 16001.
Donations may be made in Ken’s honor to DIPG Research at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 600 Waterfront Dr #210, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.
Online condolences can be given at www.thompson-miller.com.