James M. “Jim” Shafer

James M. “Jim” Shafer, 49 of Galesburg died at 4:45 am Sunday, November 20, 2016 in Creston, Iowa.

He was born June 10, 1967 in Aurora, Illinois, the son of Norman Paul and Elaine C. Langer Shafer. He married Lisa A. Addis on September 25, 1999 in Galesburg.

Jim is survived by his wife, Lisa; his daughter, Anna Grace at home; one brother, David (Sandy) Shafer of Cottage Grove, Minnesota; three sisters, Diane (Thomas Hasselbacher) Ohmann and Debbie (Rodger) Clay both of Galesburg and Barb Shafer of San Antonio, Texas and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Darold Shafer and a sister, Judy Ziokowski.

Jim worked as an engineer for Burlington Northern Railroad for 13 years. He graduated from Galesburg High School in 1985. He enjoyed snowmobiling in Minnesota and Wisconsin and was a member of the Prairie Drifters Snowmobile Club. Jim was a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen Local # 644. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Jim loved to stay busy and help people. He took pride in his lawn and had immaculate cars. He loved his cats, Sophie and Ace and the late Burt. Jim was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan. His true love was spending time with his family, especially his daughter, Anna. He was very proud of all her involvements, whether it was playing the flute or piano, her performing art productions, church activities or cross country.

Funeral Services are scheduled for 11:00 am Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at Trinity Lutheran Church. Pastor Frank Langholf will officiate. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 pm Monday, November 28, 2016 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Cremation will follow services. Memorials may be made to the Education Fund for his daughter, Anna. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com