STEPHEN MICHAEL SCHAFFER

Condolences & Memories (12 entries)

• Your passing has affected all who knew you Steve. Rest in Peace my friend... it was great to get to know you over the many years of our Univar careers.. - Posted by: Tracy Morgan (co-worker) on: Feb 08, 2018

• You are one of the toughest uncle I have, so caring generous , loved , all the fun times we had like jets games , scavenger hunts you made for me Kayla and Kelsie when We were little and it always ended with something awesome , the states trips , my 16th birthday In Minneapolis I got to spend it with you , it was the best birthday I ever had you will be in my heart always and dearly missed , I love you so much uncle R.I.P - Posted by: Larissa Hacault (Niece ) on: Feb 06, 2018

• My deepest condolences to Maureen, Ben and family. I was shocked and saddened to hear of Steve's passing, I had not seen Steve in a while. Steve was an important part of my life and though we drifted along different paths, I have thought of him often. I first met Steve in high school, two kids from Ontario that connected over our joint love of the Leafs, Bruce Springsteen and our competitive nature be it playing ping pong, chess, road hockey (all while we should have been in classes). I have many many great memories of Steve and will treasure them always. Although his time was short, his impact on the lives around him was immeasurable. Rest in Peace my friend. - Posted by: C.Gibson (Friend) on: Feb 06, 2018

• Our deepest condolences to the Schaffer family. Steve was always a class act and the most genuine person; his smile was infectious and his warmth towards others was something to be admired. He will be sorely missed. Dawn & Karl - Posted by: Dawn Guay & Karl Semper (Co-Workers) on: Feb 06, 2018

• My deepest condolences to Steve's family. I had a pleasure of working with Steve over last 12 years and always enjoyed his sincerity. He was very personable and always pleasure to work with. We will miss him. May he rest in peace! - Posted by: Kamlaish Mudhar (Co-worker) on: Feb 05, 2018

• I want to wish Steve's family my sincerest condolences as we have truly lost one of the great ones. I take solace in having the opportunity to work for and get to know Steve. I will ever be eternally grateful for Steve giving me the opportunity to work and the patience to stick with me and be my supporter. He was genuine in his actions, could also take and hand out jokes, and he was someone you truly wanted to be around due to bright outlook on life. He loved his family, and he loved his work family, and still loved and care for those who had left to pursue other ventures. Thank you for being a part of my life Steve Schaffer, thank you for being a mentor in life and work, thank you for giving me a chance; I am forever grateful and you will be missed by me and by many. - Posted by: Marc Martin (Work Colleague) on: Feb 05, 2018

• We will miss your smiling face. Steve was a great person, so kind and always thinking of others. I am so glad to have known him and call him my friend. Our deepest sympathies to Maureen, Ben, Chris and Kelsie and family - Posted by: Berne poetker (Co-worker) on: Feb 04, 2018

• I have so many memories growing up in Port Colborne, when as children Steve and I were nearly inseparable, always messy and muddy, and pretty good at finding ways to drive Aunt Elaine or my Mom crazy. What a great cousin and friend he was to me. When he moved away we drifted apart, but I thought of him often, and always hoped to reconnect some day. From reading about his life and the impact he had on others, I see that he continued to be the same wonderful person I knew. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and although I've never had the opportunity to meet you Maureen and Ben, you are in my thoughts at this very difficult time. Aunt Elaine, Uncle Rick, Ryan and family, I'm very much thinking of you too. I hope you all are able to find strength to get through this and hope you can take some peace from the memories Steve's left you. Love John (and family - Hazel, Andrew and Carson) - Posted by: John Dionne and family () on: Feb 04, 2018

• It is with great sadness to lose a friend, years back Steve was always there for me. Will miss playing chess and quirky sense of humour. Steve I will truly miss you. Maureen anything that you may need I will be there for you as Steve was for me Ben your dad is an amazing man and he loves you very much. - Posted by: John lLopes (Old friend) on: Feb 03, 2018

• As close friends of Richard and Elaine--we have suffered with them over this past year. Stephen was the best of of what a quality family like the Schaffers bring into this world. We will be here forever to wrap our arms around the family. To move forward now is the most difficult task--but it is what Stephen would have wanted. Our love to Maureen and the family--Paul/Kathryn Hough - Posted by: Paul/Kathryn Hough (family friend) on: Feb 03, 2018

• My deepest sympathies to Steve’s entire family. I had the pleasure and privilege of working with Steve in Winnipeg. He was a great leader and kind person and I know I speak for everyone how knew Steve that he will be deeply missed...I will miss him a lot. I don’t know if I will ever meet someone as knowledgeable and passionate on American Fast Food Restaurant history. I remember the time when Steve and I made a business trip to the US and he was so excited to introduce me to “Jimmy John’s”. He talked about it for about two weeks before we went. It was so good. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Miss you already Steve Marc Caissie - Posted by: Marc Caissie (Work colleague) on: Feb 03, 2018

• Lorraine and I were both shocked to hear of Steve's passing. Our thoughts go out to you, his family and all the friends that knew one of the nicest, quality people they will ever know. Steve was one of those rare souls that immediately made you feel comfortable whenever you were near him. His engaging laughter was infectious and genuine and we will never forget how warm we felt in his company. The last time we saw Steve was when he dropped over for a visit in the Fall. Reflecting back on that visit now, Lorraine and I feel incredibly grateful to have had a few laughs and warm conversation. Thank-you for enriching our life Steve Schaffer. - Posted by: Garth and Lorraine Meacham (Friend/coworker) on: Feb 03, 2018