Steven John Shafer, 60, of Olney, died on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at his home.

Steve was born in Casper, Wyoming, the son of John and Nan (VanMatre) Shafer.

Steve was an ERHS class of 1983 graduate. He earned a BS in Business in 1988 from EIU in Charleston. He also acquired a State of Illinois Teacher's Certificate in 1991. He was also a member of the Christian Church of Olney. Steve liked to fish, go for walks, and evangelize for the Lord. He will be missed by those that knew him.

Steve is survived by his brother, Richard (Kathryn) Shafer of Muncie, IN, and the Bower, VanMatre, and Turpin families.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation Rites will be accorded, and a memorial service will be held for Steve at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney, IL

Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney is assisting the family with arrangements.

Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home, Olney, IL