James Robert Shafer, 79, of Evansville, IN passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. James was born in Evansville to the late Harold and Dorothy (Shurig) Shafer.
He was a Marine Corp Veteran and served his country from 1966 to 1968. James was a member of Teamsters 215 for over 29 years and a member of the Laborers Union 561 for 14 years. He worked for A&H Truck Lines as a truck driver for 15 years and enjoyed racing.
James was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Christe Shafer.
He is survived by his son, Anthony James “A.J.” Shafer (Kathy); granddaughter, Kelsey Shafer; sister, Geri Taylor (Fred); brother, Harold Shafer; and nieces and nephews.
