In Loving Memory

In Loving Memory

ByLucy Shaffer

We are saddened by the passing of Warren Jr. “Bussie” Shaffer, who left us on September 5, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on November 7, 1934, Bussie was a beloved member of the Hooversville community and a cornerstone of our family’s legacy. As the grandson of Daniel Shaffer—founder of Daniel Shaffer’s Hardware Store…

18,000 gallon bulk propane storage tank

Celebrating 65 Years

ByLucy Shaffer

Shaffer’s Bottled Gas began its journey in 1901 as Daniel Shaffer’s, a hardware store serving the coal mining communities with tools, furniture, and appliances. In 1939, the company entered the propane industry by offering gas cooking stoves, later expanding to include propane water heaters and Warm Morning heating stoves. This was possible because of the…