Craig D. Schaffer

Sept. 12, 1956 - Oct. 2, 2025

Craig D. Schaffer, 69, Altoona, passed away Thursday at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh.

Craig was born in Reading, son of the late Leroy and Leona Mae (Fenstermacher) Schaffer. He married Kelley Jo Johnson.

He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Kelley; two sons: Christopher Schaffer (Dana) of Carlisle and Adam Schaffer (Holly) of Altoona; 3 grandchildren: Cody, Logan and Elizabeth Schaffer; a brother, Karey Schaffer (Marge) of Reading; and a sister, Marlene Price of Robesonia.

Craig was a graduate of Wilson High School in Reading.

He retired as a driver for Blair Senior Services and was previously a radio personality on many local radio stations for over 30 years.

Craig loved music and was a founding member, vocalist and bassist for The Spoon River Band.

He was a longtime baseball fan and coach.

Friends will be received from 2-3 p.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at Vineyard Altoona Church, 801 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602 where a funeral service will immediately follow at 3 p.m.

Arrangements are by E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home, Inc.

Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.