Phillip J. Shafer, 68, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away at 12:10 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at his sister's residence in Wabash, Indiana. He was born on April 14, 1958, to John W. and Maxine C. (Tasch) Shafer in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Phillip was a graduate of Manuel High School in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was married to Sheila Woolwine. She passed away on November 5, 2017. Phillip worked for Wilhelm Construction in Indianapolis for many years before retiring. He enjoyed spending time at the family lake house at Lake Maxinkuckee in Culver, Indiana. 

Phillip is survived by one son, Christian K. Shafer of Indianapolis, Indiana; one granddaughter, Lilly Shafer of Indianapolis, Indiana; one brother, Christopher Shafer of Genoa, Ohio; two sisters, Kathleen Hults of Wabash, Indiana and Jill (Bill) Cox of Indianapolis, Indiana. He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife. 

A Graveside Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Culver Masonic Cemetery, S. Main Street, Culver, Indiana 46511 with Rev. Mary Beth Scheibel officiating. 

Preferred memorials can be made to the Wabash County Animal Shelter, 810 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Phillip Shafer's final arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com