Thomas "Tom" Erl Schaffer

He lived in Casa Grande, AZ and was called home to God on March 27, 2026.

Tom is survived by his loving daughter Jessica Almquist, her husband Jason and 2 beloved grandkids: Juliana & Jaxon, as well as his unwavering partner Shari Schaffer.

He had extremely close ties with all his siblings: Donna Schaffer, Mary Gamble (Charlie), Paul Schaffer and Bob Schaffer (Eva Marie). He is also survived by his nieces Chris Koerner & Camille Disher, and his nephews Chuck & Mike Gamble, Steffan, Andrew, Kevin & Brian Schaffer; they with their spouses and many children form the tight-knit, growing Schaffer family.

Tom is preceded in death by his brother Bill and his parents Virginia & William.

For 20+ years, Tom worked at Intel as an Engineer and Manager, positively impacting many lives. Upon early retirement from Intel, Tom built several custom estates and began his professional woodworking business, crafting high-end custom furniture and cabinetry.

Snow and water skiing were big passions of Tom's throughout his life. His retirement dream was to take his custom Corvette to run the tracks at all the IMSA races within the United States. Tom knew more about music and musicians than most music professors! He and Jessica's mom Shari shared their love of music with their daughter from her youngest years, creating a lifetime of enjoying music & memorable concert outings together as a family.

Tom was a faithful servant of the Lord; we find our comfort knowing he is safely in God's Kingdom now.