Troy David Shafer
February 21, 2016
Troy David Shafer passed away on February 21, 2016, and went to be with Jesus. Troy was born in Des Moines, Iowa on November 7, 1962, to David and Jackie Shafer. He grew up in Des Moines and graduated from Saydel High School in 1981, where he met his high school sweetheart and wife, Karen.
Troy was a loving, generous, hardworking and passionate man who cared deeply for his family and friends. In his many roles of husband, father, son, brother, friend, coach and businessman, he never failed to give his very best, and taught his kids to do the same. You could always count on Troy's honesty, he would tell it like it is. He was a fun-lover and thrill-seeker, whether riding his motorcycle or drag racing. He showed tremendous strength and bravery through all things. Troy will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Troy is survived by his wife, Karen; children, Chelsea (Brent) Schuele, Allie (Adam) White, Zac, Austin, and Micheal; grandchildren, Benjamin and Zion; mother, Jackie; sister, Kim (Drew) Waddell, and their children, Skyler, Bree, and Demique; cousins, Lorrie Steele and Donnie Steele; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, David Shafer; aunt, Judy Stock; and grandparents.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 24, 2016, at Capitol City Church, 5990 NE 14th Street in Des Moines, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening at the church from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions will be received by the family and later directed to a trust fund for Troy’s three sons.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Larry Ginger
02/22/2016
Troy was a good friend and neighbor. We will miss him for the rest of our lives.
Dr Ron Berges
02/22/2016
I am sad for the loss of my racing friend of over 20 years. It won't be the same to drop into Dave's Marine or go to the race track and not see him. A great competitor, a fine man. We'll miss him, but have plans to honor him through racing.
Dave Freylack
02/22/2016
Troy, We both grew up in marine industry, we both liked drag racing. It was always fun to see you at Dave's. You knicked named me "The Boat Pimp", we had a lot of fun with that name! I will miss you Troy.
Amy Flaherty
02/22/2016
Jackie- so sorry to hear of Troy's passing. Please know that all of Highland Park is here for you, and love you very much.
Jim Zimmerman
02/22/2016
Troy you will be missed! Karen I am so sorry for your loss of Troy, Prayers going out to you and the whole family. I have no words that will help but I know Troy fought with all he had to beat this, but in the end he was welcomed home to be with his father once more. My god Bless you all! A small prayer for you all:
Comfort me with Your love O God
Wrap me up in Your strong embrace
Shelter me from the storm O Lord
Envelop me in Your tender care
By day I pour out my heartbreak to You
By night I give you my racing thoughts
In You I take refuge
In You I will not be afraid
For you hold me strong, You hold me safe
Calm my fearful heart O God
Still my anxious mind O Lord
For all my life is found in You
All my being is given to You
All my hope begins in You