Richard Emory Sheaffer Obituary

The world bids farewell to Richard Emory Sheaffer of La Porte, Indiana, departing on January 18, 2026 at the age of 75. Richard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lorin Sheaffer and Dorothy Sheaffer (Folk); his sister Doris Loraine Sheaffer; and his granddaughter Ivy Breeze Allen. He is survived by: his children, Matthew Sheaffer (Jennifer) of Berthoud, CO, Nichole Sheaffer of La Porte, Shelbi Lant (Alex) of La Porte and Breanne Smith of La Porte; his grandchildren, Arnica Sheaffer of Allendale, MI, Dylan Sheaffer of Berthoud, CO, Carter Sheaffer of Berthoud, CO, Braiyden Lant of La Porte, Levi Lant of La Porte, Lucas Lant of La Porte, Killian Allen of Michigan City and Juliette Allen of Michigan City; his brother David Sheaffer (Nancy) of Fort Gratiot, MI; his nephew Chris Sheaffer (Laura) of Plainfield, IL; and his niece Amy Sheaffer (Ron) of Lakeport, MI..

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family c/o Deborah Sheaffer, 2900 Monroe St., La Porte, IN 46350.