CONTINENTAL – Emma L. Shaffer, 71, of Continental died 6:20 a.m. Saturday, July 5, 2025, at her residence. She was born November 17, 1953, in Georgia to the late Theodore and Virginia (Bear) Kuhn. On October 4, 1986, she married Kenneth Shaffer, who preceded her in death on June 28, 2006.
She is survived by 2 daughters: Lana Pitney and Erin Rose; 4 grandchildren: Haley (Nick) States, Sierra Rose, Emily Rose and Cheyenne Rose; 3 great-grandchildren: Elainine, Xavier and Adalyn; and 3 siblings: Paula Craig, Marie Rohrs and William Kuhn.
Preceding her in death are 2 sisters: Carol Sherry and Dianne Brinkman; a brother: Richard Kuhn and a step-brother: Mike Merz.
Emma retired from Walmart, Ottawa and attended the Dupont First Church of God.
Emma funeral service is currently incomplete. Arrangement are by the HEITMEYER FUNERAL HOME, Continental. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.
