Ronald P. Shaffer

Ronald P. Shaffer, 72, passed away peacefully at University Health on June 20, 2025. Ron was born on July 28, 1952, to loving parents, Thomas and Gennie Lee Shaffer in Independence, Missouri. He graduated from St. Mary’s Grade School, Rockhurst High School and Rockhurst University, always proud of his Rockhurst personalized license plate. Upon graduating, he joined his brother, Dan, at Seidens Furs, where he was the Vice President and Co-owner. After 30 happy years of working with his family, Ron retired and enjoyed traveling. He and his father, and later with his brother, had many enjoyable trips to Las Vegas. He was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan. Ron was a member of the Honorary Board of Directors of Rockhurst University. He was a life long Catholic. He made many forever friends from the Catholic Masses at St. Luke’s Hospital. Ron is survived by his brother, Dan, his uncle Kenneth Schowengerdt, as well as numerous cousins and friends who have been a great support to him. Special thanks to dear friends who were constantly available to support him and make him laugh, Dr. Maiko Ebersole and Lorenze Johnson. Visitation will be Saturday, June 28 at 9:00 a.m., followed by the Mass of Resurrection at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows, 2552 Gilham Road, K.C. MO 64108, interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The family suggest contributions to the Sisters Servants of Mary, 800 N. 18th Street, Kansas City, KS 66102.