Obituary of Kristine Gordon Shaffer

Kristine Shaffer, 64, of Niles, passed away at her home on Monday, October 25, 2021, suddenly, of natural causes. Kristine was born on April 9, 1957, in Kansas City, Missouri to the late Richard and Helen (Ross) Lundstrom. Kristine graduated from Penn High School in 1975, she went on to Southwestern Michigan College where she graduated with honors and received her Associates Degree in applied science. Kristine worked as an Office Manager for Delta Industrial Valves in Niles, where she retired after working there for over fifteen years. When she wasn’t working, she spent her time doing some of her favorite things; she enjoyed thrifting at local Goodwill’s and thrift stores as well as shopping for jewelry on the various TV networks. Kristine was a bargain hunter, always trying to find a good deal. She looked forward to spending time outdoors; bike riding and when the weather was right, quiet walks on the beach. Vacations to Mackinac Island and Ludington, Michigan were always a highlight in Kristine’s life. Out of all of the things that Kristine loved, spending time with family was most important, including her “Cousin Club”. Kristine will be missed dearly, and the memories she made with friends and family will forever be in their hearts. Kristine was preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Richard Lundstrom from Osceola, Indiana. Kristine is survived by her children, Jason (Holly) Gordon of Mishawaka and Kristi (Ronald) Pickens of Dowagiac; her granddaughters, Kaylee Gordon and Bianca Pickens; a grandson, Conner Pickens; and many extended family members and close friends. Visitation for Kristine will be held on Monday, November 1st, 2021, beginning at 5:00p.m. at Brown Funeral Home in Niles with a celebration of her life at 6:00p.m. with Deacon Roger Gregorski officiating. In keeping with Kristine’s spirit of giving to others, her family has asked that memorial contributions are made, in her memory, to a charity of one’s choice.