Kenton Dale Shafer, 85, of Dale City, Va., passed away Oct. 10, 2021.
Kenton was born in Lowesville, to Jesse and Opal Shafer Feb. 27, 1936. He went to school at Morgantown High School. He married Theresa on June 19, 1960, in Morgantown. He worked as a subcontracts administrator for Hughes Aircraft. He served in the United States Air Force and worked as an engine equipment maintenance manager. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal while serving. He was a member of the Buckhall United Methodist Church in Manassas, Va. Kenton was also highly involved in the Optimists Club and the Fairfax Rod and Gun Club.
Kenton is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Theresa Ann Shafer; his son, Kenton Shafer II; and his grandchildren Nathan Dean Shafer and Jesse Ryan Shafer.
Services for Kenton will be held at the Buckhall United Methodist Church, 10251 Moore Drive, Manassas, VA 20111, Sunday, Oct. 17. A memorial gathering will be held from 2-3 p.m. with a memorial service beginning at 3 p.m. All are welcome to stay following the services for refreshments and fellowship.
