Bradley Wayne Shaffer

It is with overwhelming sadness that Brad Shaffer’s family reports the loss of an amazing man, husband and father. Bradley Wayne Shaffer of Hurst, TX was born July 7, 1968 in Fort Worth, TX. He passed away at the age of 56 on Thursday, November 14, 2024 in Denton, TX.

Brad is survived by his wife, Lesley Shaffer, his son Cameron Shaffer, his parents Diane and Morris Shaffer, his sister and brother-in-law Mark and Angie Smith, his niece and her partner, Amanda Smith and Tommy Scruggs; his niece and her husband, Bryce and Amber Gibson, as well as his great nephew, Nathan Gibson. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and friends that loved him dearly.

Brad was proceeded in death by his grandparents, David and Alma Young, Louise Smith and Wayne Shaffer.

Brad is remembered with love by all who knew him.

“Brad was one of the most thoughtful, loving and giving people I know. His highest priority in life was to be the best husband, father, son, brother, and uncle that he could be. He always wanted to help people. If there was anyone that he perceived was in need, he would try to anonymously help them. He never wanted the credit. He just had an amazing heart that wanted to give of whatever resources he had to help others. Likewise, as a husband to me, he was always doing the most thoughtful things for me like hiding little notes around the house for me to find to let me know how much he loved me. He always wanted to take care of me and never wanted me to worry about anything, and I felt the exact same way about him. I don’t quite know how I’m going to go on without him. He truly was the love of my life.” ~ his wife, Lesley Shaffer

“Some of you knew him as Brad, I knew him as Dad. While our communications with one another were not always the best. We always knew what the other needed when the time came around. When it came to problem solving together nothing could stop us. He always talking about how proud he was of me, and in the short time I feel I had with him I’m thankful I was able to show him everything he made me out to be. To him I was perfect, and I strive to continue to be that perfect image he sculpted me to become. There is still so much that I don’t know and wanted to learn but, I know when the time comes, he will still be there with the answers.” ~ his son, Cameron Shaffer

“Brad was one of my biggest blessings in life. You aren’t suppose to lose your baby. Brad was a wonderful and loving son who was always thinking about others. He brought me fresh flowers almost every week just to brighten my day and remind me that he was thinking about me. I was lucky that he stayed so close to home and we were able to have such a special mother/son relationship. We talked all the time and he was always taking extra steps to make me feel safe. His father and I are devastated and our hearts are broken. We will miss you our dear son.” ~ his mother, Diane Shaffer

“Brad was my baby brother and I loved him dearly. Though we had our differences, I always knew that we would be there for each other in a heartbeat if help was needed. My brother was very religious, and I know that he is up in heaven and is at peace now. The memories are overwhelming, we have been through weddings, children, anniversaries and funerals. It is going to be hard without him. I will miss you little brother.” ~ his sister, Angie Smith

“Uncle Brad was a very important part of my life. I’ve never had a birthday or a single holiday without him in 37 years. I always felt a special connection with my uncle. I hope he is at peace and knows how loved he was and how much he will be missed. This has left a hole in my family’s heart” ~ his niece, Amanda Smith